Assistant Nurse Manager - ICU Stepdown

PeaceHealth
PeaceHealth

Full-time

Bellingham, WA, USA

USD 64.55-96.83 / hour

Posted on Oct 27, 2026
Description

Job Description

Assistant Nurse Manager - ICU Stepdown

PeaceHealth | Full-Time | 1.0 FTE | Variable Shift

Salary Range: $64.55 - $96.83 per hour

Compensation Is Based On Experience.

Lead, Inspire, and Elevate Patient Care

Are you a passionate critical care nurse ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join PeaceHealth as an Assistant Nurse Manager for our ICU Stepdown Unit, where you'll help shape the future of patient care while supporting and developing a dedicated team of caregivers.

In this dynamic leadership role, you'll partner closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure exceptional clinical outcomes, foster a culture of safety and collaboration, and support the professional growth of your team. This is an exciting opportunity for a nursing leader who is committed to excellence, servant leadership, and making a meaningful impact on both patients and caregivers.

What You'll Do

As the Assistant Nurse Manager, you will:

  • Partner with the Nurse Manager to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
  • Support caregiver recruitment, onboarding, staffing, scheduling, and retention efforts.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff through performance management, feedback, and professional growth opportunities.
  • Promote a positive, inclusive, and patient-centered culture built on compassion, accountability, and teamwork.
  • Assist with budgeting, resource management, and operational planning.
  • Help develop and implement policies, procedures, and evidence-based practices that drive outstanding patient outcomes.
  • Champion quality, safety, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational and departmental goals.

What We're Looking For Required Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
  • Minimum of three years of nursing experience.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
  • Previous charge nurse, supervisory, or leadership experience.
  • Financial and budget management experience.
  • Strong communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Experience for This ICU Stepdown Leadership Opportunity

  • Recent charge nurse experience within the past two years.
  • ICU or critical care experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead through change, support professional development, and foster a culture of excellence.
  • Experience utilizing evidence-based practice and quality improvement methodologies to improve patient outcomes.

Why PeaceHealth?

At PeaceHealth, we believe exceptional patient care begins with supporting the people who provide it. That's why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual well-being.

Benefits include:

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and match
  • Generous paid time off
  • Employer-paid life and disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
  • Wellness programs and caregiver resources
  • Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health benefits

Join a Mission-Driven Team

If you're a collaborative nurse leader who thrives in a fast-paced critical care environment and is passionate about developing caregivers while delivering exceptional patient care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue our mission of providing compassionate care to every patient, every time.