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.

Mission

Our mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

Communities We Serve

Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.

Benefits

Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found on the career page here.