Nurse Manager - Orthopedics
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is seeking an experienced and inspiring RN Manager to lead our 28-bed Orthopedics Unit in Portland, Oregon. Eligible external candidates may receive a $10,000 hiring bonus when required qualifications and conditions for payment are met.
About the Role
This full-time day shift leadership opportunity offers flexible scheduling, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. You will provide operational, clinical, and strategic leadership for a high-performing orthopedic service line, overseeing approximately 75-80 caregivers. Partner closely with an Assistant Nurse Manager and interdisciplinary leaders to drive excellence in patient outcomes, caregiver engagement, and operational performance.
The Nurse Manager of Clinical Operations embraces a spirit of continual improvement and possesses a relentless drive towards excellence. They are accountable for the 24/7 operations of their defined unit(s), the quality of care delivered, and outcomes of areas under their leadership. The role involves establishing an environment where healing and wellness are optimized, leading effective care delivery through strong caregiver engagement, wise use of resources, and compassionate accountability.
About the Orthopedics Unit
The Orthopedics Unit is a 28-bed acute care medical/surgical telemetry unit providing care for adult patients with acute and chronic medical conditions, including:
- Patients recovering from complex total joint replacement surgeries
- Patients admitted with fractures and orthopedic trauma
- Medical and surgical overflow patients
- Individuals requiring coordinated interdisciplinary care and rehabilitation planning
This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to lead a highly skilled team committed to delivering safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care.
Recognized for Excellence
Providence St. Vincent Medical Center is recognized locally and nationally for outstanding orthopedic care and quality outcomes, including:
- Joint Commission Disease-Specific Care Certification for Orthopedics Total Hip and Knee Replacement (renewed in 2026)
- High Performing Hospital in Orthopedics (2025-2026)
- High Performing Hospital in Hip Replacement (2025-2026)
- High Performing Hospital in Hip Fracture Care (2025-2026)
- Zero CAUTIs in 2025
- Zero CLABSIs for more than two years
The hospital has achieved Magnet designation six consecutive times from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), reflecting a culture committed to quality outcomes, shared governance, professional development, and exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing
- Oregon Registered Nurse License (upon hire)
- National Provider BLS – American Heart Association (upon hire)
- 5 years of nursing experience with progressive leadership roles
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 or more years of leadership experience
- 5 or more years of inpatient RN work experience
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Formal coursework in Management, Finance, and other administrative subjects
- National Certification from a recognized professional organization in a relevant field of clinical expertise
- Management experience
Benefits
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching
- Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Life insurance and disability insurance
- Paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, and time off for health issues
- Voluntary benefits and well-being resources
Pay
The pay range for this position is $65.24 - $102.99 per hour. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Schedule
Full-time day shift, typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.