ICU- Nurse Manager - EliteCare Medical Staffing

Job Title:& ICU Nurse Manager

Location:& Kearney, NE 68845

Department/Unit:& Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Shift:& 8 Hours Days

Relocation Assistance:& Provided

Job Description

EliteCare Medical Staffing is seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Nurse Manager to oversee all operations and functions within the Intensive Care Unit. This role requires a strong leader who can effectively manage patient care, staff performance, and departmental efficiency while ensuring compliance with facility policies and standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Management:

Manage all operations of the ICU, ensuring adherence to patient care standards and facility policies.

Maintain performance improvement activities and participate in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives.

Accountability:

Assume 24/7 accountability for the management of nursing and support resources within the ICU.

Communicate effectively with staff, providers, and leadership, aligning with the mission and strategic goals of KRMC.

Standards Implementation:

Implement, review, and revise standards of practice to reflect the evolving needs of patients and care delivery in the ICU.

Ensure efficient delivery of patient care through safe, cost-effective practices.

Quality Improvement:

Drive departmental operations to achieve quality improvement and patient satisfaction objectives.

Act as a liaison between patients, physicians, and staff to facilitate high-quality patient care.

Cultural Support:

Address cultural practices that do not interfere with medical care while promoting a respectful environment.

Policy Development:

Develop, communicate, and implement policies and procedures; monitor compliance to minimize risk factors.

Ensure availability of clear, concise, and current written guidelines for staff.

Staffing Management:

Maintain established staffing plans to ensure adequate coverage for optimal patient care.

Lead the performance appraisal system, providing routine feedback and conducting annual reviews.

Collaboration:

Work closely with Human Resources to resolve employee and labor management issues.

Collaborate with the Director of Nursing to utilize patient satisfaction survey findings for unit-based customer service initiatives.

Leadership Mentorship:

Build a culture of teamwork and respect among all stakeholders.

Provide leadership and mentorship to staff, fostering professional development.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in a clinical discipline required; Master’s Degree in a clinical discipline, Business, or Healthcare Management preferred.

Certifications:

Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS certifications (PALS and NIHSS within 90 days of hire).

Experience:

Minimum of five (5) years of clinical acute care hospital experience; at least two (2) years in management/leadership roles.

Recent experience in a critical care setting or leadership preferred.

If you are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and are looking for an opportunity to grow in a supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!