Assistant Nurse Manager, Pediatric Acute Care Surgical
Company : Oregon Health & Science University
Location : Portland, OR, 97201
Job Type : Full Time / Part Time
Date Posted : 6 January 2026
Department Overview
The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) is a registered nurse (RN) who is responsible for upholding excellence in the provision of nursing care through the implementation of the Profession Practice Model. The ANM, in association with the Nurse Manager, is responsible for the managerial and leadership functions within a patient environment. The ANM functions primarily on evening and nightshift hours to provide operational oversight, consistency and continuity. The ANM partners with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure the delivery of safe, quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards, and administrative and clinical policies and procedures. The ANM performs managerial activities, and demonstrates effective leadership behaviors including performing evaluations, employee mentoring, coaching, and performance management. The ANM implements quality and safety initiatives, engages in process improvement, ensures adherence to bargaining unit agreements and human resource management. The ANM creates and sustains a patient care environment that supports a safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, productive, and engaged staff.
The ANM’s decisions and actions are based on ethical principles as outlined by the American Nurses Association. The ANM practices in adherence with the American Nurses Association’s (ANA) Nursing Administration: Scope and Standards of Practice for Nurse Administrators, the ANA Code of Ethics, the Oregon State Board Nurse Practice Act, and within the context of the Nurse Executive Competencies developed by the American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE). The ANM exemplifies the principles
of the OHSU Culture of Safety Position Statement by committing to a Just Culture, a Reporting Culture, a Learning Culture, and an Engaged Informed Culture.
Function/Duties of Position
The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) is a registered nurse (RN) who is responsible for upholding excellence in the provision of nursing care through the implementation of the Profession Practice Model. The ANM, in association with the Nurse Manager, is responsible for the managerial and leadership functions within a patient environment. The ANM functions primarily on evening and nightshift hours to provide operational oversight, consistency and continuity. The ANM partners with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure the delivery of safe, quality patient care and compliance with regulatory standards, and administrative and clinical policies and procedures.
The ANM performs managerial activities, and demonstrates effective leadership behaviors including performing evaluations, employee mentoring, coaching, and performance management. The ANM implements quality and safety initiatives, engages in process improvement, ensures adherence to bargaining unit agreements and human resource management. The ANM creates and sustains a patient care environment that supports a safe, knowledgeable, compassionate, productive, and engaged staff.
OHSU has great benefits:
- Comprehensive health care plans. Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents for .75 FTE and higher
- $50K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
- Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
- Paid time off- 208 hours per year (full-time)
- Extended illness bank- 64 hours per year, prorated for part-time
- 9 paid holidays per year
- Three weeks of paid parental leave
- Adoption assistance program (up to 5k)
- Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Innovative Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years relevant clinical with strong leadership experience such as charge nurse role.
- BSN or higher degree in nursing
- Unencumered Oregon RN License
- BLS for healthcare provider
- PALS
Required prioritization of multiple projects, activities, and assignments
Repeated interruptions in an environment of frequent change and fluctuations
May be exposed to excessive auditory and visual stimulation
Accepts accountability and responsibility of the assigned work area
May be required to attend out of town conferences according to hospital travel and reimbursement policies
Subject to computer work for several as needed
Must be able to deal with competing needs and priorities of internal and external customers including ensuring safe conditions for patients, families and staff
Exercises the ability to implement a flexible schedule to meet operational needs and to create work-life balance
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in nursing or a related field
- Previous management experience
All are welcome
Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.Related Jobs
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Frequently asked questions
In Portland, employers highly regard certifications like PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) and BLS. These credentials prove your readiness for pediatric emergencies, enhancing your qualifications for acute care nurse positions in pediatric surgical settings.
Oregon's healthcare sector, especially in pediatric acute care, shows robust growth in nurse manager roles. The state's aging population and focus on specialized pediatric care contribute to a higher-than-average demand for experienced pediatric nurse managers compared to many U.S. regions.
Effective pediatric acute care ANMs excel in multitasking, coaching, and conflict resolution. They must navigate fluctuating clinical demands while mentoring staff, ensuring compliance, and fostering a compassionate environment tailored to pediatric surgical patients.
This specialized nurse position demands expertise in surgical care protocols, nighttime operational oversight, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, unlike general pediatric nursing which may focus more on routine child health monitoring and outpatient care.
Starting as a pediatric nurse, advancing to charge nurse, then Assistant Nurse Manager, and potentially Nurse Manager or clinical nurse specialist roles, reflects typical progression. Further education like a master's degree can open doors to executive leadership in pediatric healthcare.
OHSU provides comprehensive health insurance with substantial dependent coverage, generous PTO, multiple pension options, and tuition reimbursement. Additionally, employees enjoy adoption assistance and robust employee support programs tailored for healthcare professionals.
OHSU's ANMs actively promote a just and learning culture by enforcing safety protocols, engaging in continuous process improvements, and fostering open communication among staff, directly aligning with the institution's commitment to high-quality pediatric surgical care.
The typical salary for an Assistant Nurse Manager in pediatric acute care in Portland ranges from $85,000 to $105,000 annually, reflecting the specialized skills and leadership responsibilities needed in this high-demand healthcare segment.
Nightshift ANMs at OHSU face challenges like managing sudden clinical escalations with limited onsite resources, maintaining staff engagement during off-hours, and ensuring seamless handoffs, all crucial to sustaining pediatric surgical patient safety overnight.
This role uniquely combines clinical expertise with leadership duties during evening and night shifts, overseeing patient care continuity, mentoring nursing teams, and rigorously adhering to regulatory standards specific to pediatric surgical environments.