Assistant Nurse Manager - ICU Stepdown

PeaceHealth • Bellingham, WA

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About The Position

PeaceHealth is hiring a full-time Assistant Nurse Manager for its ICU Stepdown Unit. In partnership with the Nurse Manager, the role supports daily operations, high-quality patient care, clinical outcomes, and the development of nursing caregivers. The Assistant Nurse Manager helps foster a safe, inclusive, collaborative, and patient-centered culture grounded in compassion, accountability, and teamwork. The position also contributes to operational planning, resource management, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and departmental goals.

The position is full-time at 1.0 FTE with a variable shift. The salary range is $64.55–$96.83 per hour, with compensation based on experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Previous charge nurse, supervisory, or leadership experience.
• Financial and budget management experience.
• Strong communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills.
• Recent charge nurse experience within the past two years.
• ICU or critical care experience is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead through change, support professional development, and foster a culture of excellence.
• Experience utilizing evidence-based practice and quality improvement methodologies to improve patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Nurse Manager to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
• Support caregiver recruitment, onboarding, staffing, scheduling, and retention.
• Coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff through performance management, feedback, and professional growth opportunities.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and patient-centered culture built on compassion, accountability, and teamwork.
• Assist with budgeting, resource management, and operational planning.
• Help develop and implement policies, procedures, and evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes.
• Champion quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational and departmental goals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
• Wellness programs and caregiver resources.
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed