Nurse Manager - ICU

Summary

• JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
  • Provides collaborative leadership for the process of planning, directing, integrating and coordinating activities to achieve departmental objectives and maintain high quality services. Responsible for operations of assigned department(s). Provides oversight as needed; responsible for personnel management, budget planning and monitoring, scheduling, systems improvement, compliance with regulatory requirements and strategic planning. Works in a clinical capacity to facilitate smooth functioning of the department when necessary.
• DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

  • The Intensive Care Unit provides direct care or influences care for acutely/critically ill patients who are at high risk for actual or potential life-threatening health problems. The ICU provides care through advanced knowledge and experience in a setting that provides intensive monitoring, assessments, and interventions.

• EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
  • BSN or equivalent experience required. Master's degree preferred.
  • Current unencumbered Oregon RN License required.
  • Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
  • Two (2) years RN experience and two (2) years in a leadership role required.
  • Successful completion of management courses/education program preferred.
  • GSR ICU-CCU:
    • ACLS and PALS required within 90 days of hire.
    • TNCC/ATCN required within six (6) months of hire.
    • Verification of high school diploma or equivalent required due to the College of American Pathologists (CAP) requirements for moderate complexity testing.
• KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
  • Leadership - Inspires, motivates, and guides others toward accomplishing goals. Achieves desired results through effective people management.
  • Conflict resolution - Influences others to build consensus and gain cooperation. Proactively resolves conflicts in a positive and constructive manner.
  • Critical thinking Identifies complex problems. Involves key parties, gathers pertinent data and considers various options in decision making process. Develops, evaluates and implements effective solutions.
  • Communication and team building Leads effectively with excellent verbal and written communication. Delegates and initiates/manages cross-functional teams and multi-disciplinary projects.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS

  • Rarely
    (1 - 10% of the time)

    Occasionally
    (11 - 33% of the time)

    Frequently
    (34 - 66% of the time)

    Continually
    (67 100% of the time)

    WALK - INCLINE

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20-40 Lbs

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 Lbs

    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 20 40 Lbs

    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 20 - 40 Lbs

    KNEEL (on knees)

    CRAWL (hands & knees)

    ENTER & EXIT
    
    VEHICLE/MACHINERY

    CLIMB - STAIRS

    CARRY 2-handed, 20 - 40 pounds

    SQUAT Repetitive

    SIT
    
    WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

    LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0-20 Lbs

    LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

    LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs

    CARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 pounds

    SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

    ROTATE TRUNK Sitting

    ROTATE TRUNK Standing

    REACH - Upward

    MANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists

    FINGER DEXTERITY
    
    PINCH Fingers

    STAND

    BEND FORWARD at waist

    REACH - Forward

    GRASP Hand/Fist

    PUSH (0-20 pounds force)

    PUSH (20-40 pounds force)

    PUSH (40-60 pounds force)

    PUSH (60 or more pounds force)