Pediatrics Nurse Director

This opportunity to serve as the Pediatrics Nurse Director at a highly respected academic medical center in Portland, Oregon, is truly exceptional in the Pacific Northwest. This esteemed healthcare institution is nationally recognized for its commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate, family-centered pediatric care. The center is Magnet-designated and functions as a critical referral hub for a range of pediatric specialties including trauma, oncology, neonatology, and other highly specialized services. The institution prides itself on embedding advanced medicine, collaboration, and continuous improvement into its care culture, making it a leader in tertiary pediatric care and complex pediatric inpatient operations.

The Pediatrics Nurse Director will play a pivotal role in overseeing pediatric inpatient operations, including the management of a Level IV Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) and a specialized pediatric transport service. This service is responsible for the care of critically ill children transported from across the region and beyond, highlighting the complexity and acuity of care managed by this leader. Reporting to senior nursing leadership within the children’s division, the director will collaborate closely with physician leaders, operational teams, and interdisciplinary department leaders. This partnership is essential to foster a unified approach to pediatric care delivery and to drive key strategic initiatives across the organization.

This leadership role requires a highly skilled nurse leader who is comfortable in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment. The director will provide mentorship and operational guidance to nursing leaders, clinical educators, advanced practice providers, and frontline pediatric staff, fostering a culture of nursing excellence and professional development. Strategic priorities for the Pediatrics Nurse Director will include quality improvement, patient safety, staffing optimization, succession planning, and the advancement of nursing practice. They will also be responsible for overseeing financial performance, workforce planning, interdisciplinary collaboration, regulatory readiness, and long-term strategy for pediatric inpatient services.

Living in Portland offers an outstanding quality of life that perfectly complements the career opportunity. Known for its vibrant food scene, walkable neighborhoods, coffee culture, and creative energy, Portland also provides easy access to outdoor recreation such as hiking, forest exploration, rivers, and the nearby Oregon coastline. The Pediatrics Nurse Director will experience a dynamic professional environment alongside a lifestyle that supports outdoor adventure and community engagement.

This full-time RN Director of Pediatrics position offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes extensive healthcare coverage, multiple retirement pension options, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, and relocation support. This role represents a chance to influence and shape pediatric nursing practice at one of the West Coast’s most respected children’s healthcare centers and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of critically ill children and their families across the Pacific Northwest region.