RN Manager - Neuro Trauma Progressive Care Unit

Job Description 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. 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 Unit Highlights Acute Stroke Patients Craniotomy Recovery Patients Intracranial Hemorrhage Patients Altered Mental Status Cases Cervical Spine Injuries Spinal Trauma Rib Fractures Femur Fractures Pelvic Fractures Hospitalist Services Neurosurgery Services Strong focus on quality outcomes, patient experience, and interdisciplinary care planning Requirements Required 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 Preferred Critical Care experience Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experienceStroke or neuroscience nursing experience 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 Life and disability insurance Employee wellness and assistance programs #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Nursing Services