Nurse Manager - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Salary Range

The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $109,512.00 to $166,904.49 annually. (Salary is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements).

The Magnet® Distinction

Glens Falls Hospital is proud to be a Magnet® designated organization, placing us in the top 10% of hospitals nationwide for nursing excellence. When you join our leadership team, you step into an environment defined by true shared governance, highly engaged leadership, and a deep commitment to patient-centered care.

Why Choose Glens Falls Hospital?

• Elite Leadership Track: Clear mentorship programs and career growth pathways to support your professional aspirations.
• Continuous Learning: Comprehensive professional development and tuition reimbursement to advance your clinical and leadership skills.
• National Standards: Lead a team utilizing data-driven excellence backed by NDNQI and Press Ganey metrics.
• Certification Support: We fund and support your path to Nursing Leadership Certification.
• Sign-On Bonus Available: Eligible candidates will receive a competitive signing incentive upon hire (specific terms determined at the time of offer).

The Impact You Can Make

As a Nurse Manager, you hold full clinical, operational, and fiscal accountability for your unit or service line. You are not just managing daily tasks; you are driving the continuous improvement effort, mentoring the next generation of RNs, and strategically shaping the care delivery model. As an ICU/PCU Nurse Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight of a collaborative critical care team. Ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care to critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring, complex interventions, and life-sustaining therapies.

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)

Strategic Operational & Fiscal Management

• Direct the operational, clinical, and environmental workflows of the unit, including the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the annual budget.
• Lead performance improvement initiatives by analyzing NDNQI nurse-sensitive indicators and Press Ganey patient satisfaction metrics.
• Oversee progressive staffing models, develop peak census plans, manage shift-by-shift staffing adjustments, and audit payroll/pay practices.
• Ensure continuous unit readiness in compliance with DNV and healthcare regulatory requirements.

People Leadership & Talent Development

• Manage all aspects of the talent lifecycle, including selective hiring, clinical matrix supervision, performance evaluations, and competency verification.
• Serve as the active council advisor to the unit-based council, ensuring your staff is deeply integrated into the Nursing Shared Leadership structure.
• Act as a clinical resource, role model, and mentor. Facilitate learning opportunities, coordinate new-hire orientations, and lead high-impact monthly staff meetings.
• Lead clinical investigations, address patient or customer concerns immediately, and execute decisive action plans to close safety gaps.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

Education & Licensure

• Licensure: Active Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license in the State of New York.
• Degrees: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree (MSN or related field) preferred.
• Certifications: Current BLS required (ACLS if service line specific). Nursing Leadership Certification is highly preferred (required within 2 years of eligibility).

Experience & Skills

• Clinical Expertise: Minimum of 3 years of relevant clinical experience required (5 years preferred); previous nursing management experience highly preferred.
• Leadership Capabilities: High emotional intelligence with a proven ability to navigate crucial conversations, resolve conflicts, and delegate effectively.
• Technical & Analytical Savvy: Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR), Microsoft Office, and the utilization of clinical data platforms to improve patient outcomes.