Nurse Manager – ICU Trauma Neuro

Nurse Manager – ICU Trauma Neuro

Location: Kissimmee, FL (Greater Orlando Area)

Employment Type, Schedule, Pay

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Days

Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 annually (based on experience)

Sign-On Bonus: Not offered

Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – ICU Trauma Neuro to lead a high-acuity critical care service line within a tertiary acute care setting. This role provides operational, clinical, and people leadership across a Neuro Trauma ICU and a Central Telemetry unit, supporting a multidisciplinary team focused on quality outcomes, patient safety, and exceptional patient experience.

This is an ideal opportunity for a critical care leader ready to manage complex patient populations while driving evidence-based practice and staff engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational and clinical leadership for ICU Trauma Neuro and Central Telemetry units

• Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered nursing care aligned with evidence-based practice

• Oversee daily unit operations including staffing, throughput, admissions, and discharges

• Monitor quality metrics, clinical outcomes, and compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous performance improvement

• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination

• Manage staff scheduling, productivity, and appropriate skill mix based on patient acuity

• Lead employee engagement, coaching, performance management, and professional development

• Support recruitment, retention, and succession planning for nursing staff

• Manage operating expenses and identify opportunities for cost efficiency

• Lead initiatives to enhance patient experience and service recovery when needed

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care nursing leadership experience (ICU, MICU, SICU, CVICU)

• Strong critical care clinical background

• Demonstrated experience managing high-acuity units and multidisciplinary teams

Certifications (Required Within Timeframe)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of start

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months

• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within 6 months

Education

• RN Diploma or Associate Degree in Nursing required

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary with annual performance review

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off, paid family leave, and disability coverage

• Tuition assistance and student loan support

• Certification reimbursement and leadership development programs

• Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources

Ideal For

• ICU or critical care nurse leaders seeking a Nurse Manager role

• Leaders with trauma, neuro, or high-acuity ICU experience

• Nurses ready to step into broader operational and people leadership

• Candidates seeking growth within a complex acute care environment

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