Senior Clinical Nurse Manager: Transport

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital in Akron, OH seeks a Senior Clinical Nurse Manager to lead high‑complexity units, ensuring safe patient care and operational excellence. You will oversee daily operations with 24‑hour accountability, drive quality and safety, and align clinical practices with organizational goals.

Strong leadership and strategic collaboration are essential. The role requires BSN, Ohio RN license, and 5+ years nursing experience with 3+ years in leadership; CCU/ED experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; BSN is required.
• Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Ohio.
• Current Health Care Provider BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience.
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory leadership experience preferred.
• Master's degree (MSN or related) required or obtained within 3 years of hire.
• Experience in Critical Care or Emergency Department preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee unit financial operations with budget oversight.
• Hire, coach, and manage staff performance.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives on quality, safety, and compliance.
• Integrate technology effectively in patient care and nursing practice.
• Drive strategic initiatives and change management aligned with goals.
• Develop retention strategies and staff development plans.
• Foster professional development and promote diversity in staffing.
• Maintain 24-hour accountability for direct care units.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem solving

Autonomy

Staff motivation

Budgeting

MS Office

Education

BSN

MSN or MBA/MHA/MPH within 3 years of hire

Tools

Budgeting software

Job description

Full Time Days 8am-4pm 40 hours/week Critical Care or ED experience required, transport experience preferred

Summary

The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager oversees daily operations in high‑complexity units, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care delivery to create safe and supportive environments that enhance patient engagement. The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager fosters a professional culture where team members work together to achieve optimal patient outcomes and advance their professional development. As a nurse leader, this position carries 24‑hour accountability for direct care units and serves as a crucial link between administrative strategies and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manage the unit's financial operations, ensuring effective budget oversight and revenue generation.
• Oversee human resource activities including hiring, firing, coaching and performance management for staff.
• Drive performance improvement initiatives focused on key metrics, quality assurance, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Ensure the effective integration and use of technology in patient care and nursing practices.
• Lead strategic initiatives, facilitating change management, collaboration, and shared decision making to align unit objectives with organizational goals.
• Develop and implement performance management, staff development, and retention strategies to enhance workforce engagement.
• Cultivate relationships and influence behaviors by managing situations effectively and promoting professional development.
• Champion diversity in staffing and patient care settings.
• Demonstrate personal and professional accountability in all responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise

• Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.
• Strong leadership skills including communication, organizational skills, time management, coping skills, motivation, problem solving, autonomy, and supporting the team is required.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required. Budgeting and electronic …

Education and Experience

• Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required; Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or other field (MBA, MHA, MPH, etc.) is required or obtained within 3 years of hire.
• Licensure: Currently licensed to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio is required.
• Certification: Current Health Care Provider BLS training from the American Heart Association is required.
• Other professional nursing certifications preferred.
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum 5 years of nursing experience required.
• Years of supervisory experience: Minimum 3 years leadership experience preferred.

Certifications

• If assigned to general care units, PEARS is required.
• If assigned to critical care units, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required.
• If assigned to ED, Surgical Services, Sedation Services, Transitional Care/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, and Transport, within 1 year of date of hire PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required.

Full Time

FTE: 1.0

Status: Onsite