Nurse Manager, General Pediatrics and Pediatric Specialty
Nurse Manager, General Pediatrics and Pediatric Specialty
Description
Nurse Manager, General Pediatrics and Pediatric Specialty
US-OR-Portland
Requisition ID: 2026-39051 Position Category: Nursing-Leadership Job Type: Unclassified Administrative Position Type: Regular Full-Time Posting Department: DCH Bethany Village Posting Salary Range: $136,635.20 - $232,252.80 Salary range based on experience, education and internal equity Posting FTE: 1.00 Posting Schedule: Monday-Friday Posting Hours: 8:00-5:00pm includes oversight of evening and weekend clinics as well, not uncommon for early mornings, evenings or weekends to accomplish tasks. HR Mission: Healthcare Drug Testable: Yes
Department Overview
The Nurse Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for pediatric primary care and specialty clinics at Doernbecher Children's Hospital, including Bethany Village, Marquam Hill, and Adolescent & Young Adult Medicine at CHH1. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient- and family-centered care, efficient clinic operations, and compliance with OHSU standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. Key responsibilities include oversight of day-to-day clinical operations, staff recruitment and development, quality improvement, financial performance, and patient access. The Nurse Manager collaborates with medical directors, ambulatory leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to drive operational excellence, enhance staff engagement, and achieve outcomes aligned with institutional goals. This position is responsible for multiple clinic sites and approximately 55 FTEs, ensuring consistent standards, performance, and service quality across all locations. The Nurse Manager fosters a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement, aligning clinic operations with OHSU's mission and strategic priorities. This position reports to the Director of Nursing, Pediatric Ambulatory Care, and responsibilities may evolve over time in response to organizational priorities and operational needs.
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Function/Duties of Position
The Nurse Manager differs from the Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) in that the Nurse Manager holds primary accountability for operations, staffing, quality, and fiscal management for one or more inpatient or ambulatory units or clinical programs. The Nurse Manager operates with independent decision-making authority appropriate to the size, complexity, and scope of the assigned area(s), which may range from a single unit to multiple units or programs.
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1. Strategic & Program Planning — The Nurse Manager develops and executes shorthand long-term goals aligned with organizational, division, and nursing priorities. This includes establishing measurable objectives, monitoring performance outcomes, and adjusting plans based on data, results, and stakeholder feedback. The Nurse Manager engages staff in shared governance and continuous improvement initiatives to advance clinical practice and operational efficiency. 2. Operational Leadership — The Nurse Manager provides leadership for daily operations across assigned inpatient or ambulatory units, ensuring effective patient care delivery, patient flow, and workflow coordination. The role maintains visibility with staff, fosters open communication, promotes collaboration, and models accountability. The Nurse Manager also leads initiatives to enhance efficiency, integration, and overall patient experience. 3. Financial & Resource Management — The Nurse Manager develops, monitors, and manages operating budgets while tracking productivity, overtime, and resource utilization. The role implements cost-effective strategies while maintaining high standards of patient care and partners with leadership to plan for staffing, capital, and other resource needs to ensure the operational sustainability of the units or programs. 4. Human Resources & Staff Development — The Nurse Manager recruits, hires, evaluates, and develops staff while fostering engagement, recognition, and accountability. The role provides coaching and mentoring to emerging leaders, such as Assistant Nurse Managers or charge nurses and supports succession planning. The Nurse Manager ensures compliance with labor agreements, organizational policies, and professional practice standards, promoting a positive and professional work environment. 5. Quality, Safety & Performance Improvement — The Nurse Manager develops, implements, and evaluates quality, safety, and performance improvement initiatives appropriate to the scope of assigned units or programs. The role uses data and evidence-based practices to identify opportunities for improvement, mitigate risk, and drive high-quality patient outcomes. The Nurse Manager fosters a culture of safety, equity, and continuous learning, promoting excellence in care delivery. 6. Professional Practice & Collaboration — The Nurse Manager models ethical and evidence-based nursing practice consistent with the ANA Code of Ethics, Nurse Practice Act, and organizational values. The role engages in interdisciplinary collaboration to advance clinical care, operational effectiveness, and patient outcomes. The Nurse Manager represents units and programs in organizational initiatives and supports the development of a professional, inclusive practice environment that values diversity and promotes staff engagement
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. • Master's degree in nursing or related field (e.g., MBA with healthcare concentration,   MHA, MPH) preferred. Experience: • Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience in a related specialty AND • One (1) year of recent relevant leadership experience (e.g., charge nurse, preceptor,   supervisor, or equivalent). • Demonstrated ability to manage complex operations in a large, matrixed healthcare   environment. Licenses/Certifications: • Unencumbered Oregon RN license required. • BLS for healthcare providers required. • Professional certification in nursing leadership (e.g., NE-BC, CNML) required within 2   years of hire
Additional Details
This position also comes with great benefits! Some highlights include:
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Comprehensive health care plans that cover 100% for a full-time employee and 88% for dependents for .75 FTE and higher.
$50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
Paid time off- 208 hours per year (full-time), prorated for part-time
Extended illness bank- 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time
9 paid holidays per year
Three weeks of paid parental leave
Adoption assistance program (up to 5k)
Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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Job ID: 83618053
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Median Salary
Net Salary per month
$4,846
Cost of Living Index
77/100
77
Median Apartment Rent in City Center
(1-3 Bedroom)
$2,088
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$3,724
$2,906
Safety Index
42/100
42
Utilities
Basic
(Electricity, heating, cooling, water, garbage for 915 sq ft apartment)
$131
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$476
$255
High-Speed Internet
$55
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$95
$71
Transportation
Gasoline
(1 gallon)
$4.32
Taxi Ride
(1 mile)
$3.03
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