RN Manager – Neuro Trauma Progressive Care Unit
About The Position
An acute care Level II Trauma and Comprehensive Stroke Center is seeking an experienced RN Manager to lead a 23-bed Neuro Trauma Progressive Care Unit. This leadership role oversees daily operations, quality initiatives, staff development, patient satisfaction, and clinical excellence for a specialized unit caring for complex neurological and trauma patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong neuro-trauma clinical expertise, progressive leadership experience, and a passion for team development, patient-centered care, and operational excellence. Strong candidates may include current Nurse Managers, Clinical Nurse Coordinators, Supervisors, or seasoned Charge Nurses seeking advancement into formal nursing leadership.
Requirements
- Active New Hampshire RN License or Compact RN License
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or related Bachelor's Degree
- BLS Certification within 30 days of hire
- ACLS Certification within 30 days of hire
- Minimum 1 year of nursing leadership experience as a Coordinator, Supervisor, Manager, or higher
- Strong knowledge of neuro and trauma patient care
Nice To Haves
- Critical Care experience
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience
- Trauma nursing experience
- Stroke or neuroscience nursing experience
- Previous Nurse Manager experience
- Clinical Nurse Coordinators (CNCs)
- Nursing Supervisors
- Experienced Charge Nurses with 5+ years of leadership experience
Responsibilities
- Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Neuro Trauma Progressive Care Unit.
- Manage day-to-day department operations including staffing, scheduling, patient throughput, and resource allocation.
- Conduct patient and family rounding to improve service excellence and patient satisfaction.
- Partner with clinical educators to support competency development and staff education.
- Collaborate with resource nurses to coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges.
- Participate in recruitment, interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and staff retention efforts.
- Support performance evaluations, coaching, counseling, and employee development initiatives.
- Monitor quality metrics, patient outcomes, medication scanning compliance, and documentation standards.
- Lead regulatory compliance efforts and ensure adherence to nursing and specialty practice standards.
- Assist with budget management, supply utilization, equipment oversight, and operational planning.
- Participate in staff meetings, quality committees, and performance improvement initiatives.
- Support direct patient care during periods of high census, staffing challenges, or emergency situations.
Benefits
- Competitive leadership compensation package
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Paid time off and paid family leave
- Tuition assistance and continuing education support
- Student loan assistance programs
- Leadership development opportunities
- Certification reimbursement
- Life and disability insurance
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
