Registered Nurse – Assistant Manager

Overview

• Provide clinical and operational leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered care delivery across assigned units.
• Maintain a visible, hands-on leadership presence across all shifts, serving as an operational authority during assigned coverage.
• Collaborate with Nurse Leaders, Nursing Professional Development, and interdepartmental leaders to align organizational priorities with frontline practices.
• Support American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) principles through staff engagement, accountability, shared governance, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, quality outcomes, and patient safety protocols.
• Promote staff readiness and effectiveness through operational leadership and validation of care processes.
• Facilitate throughput and staffing effectiveness to optimize patient care delivery.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead and oversee clinical operations to ensure high-quality patient care and safety.
• Monitor and validate care processes impacting patient experience and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to improve performance and achieve organizational goals.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering professional development and accountability.
• Ensure effective staffing and throughput management to optimize care delivery.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and standards to ensure readiness.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Registered Nurse (RN) license active and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of acute care clinical experience.
• Prior charge nurse, coordinator, or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and operational leadership skills.
• National Certification in Nursing Leadership or clinical specialty preferred.
• Ability to work on-site with alternating weekends and holidays.