The primary purpose of the Assistant Nurse Manager position is to provide management of day-to-day shift operations of the Emergency Department. Directly responsible for daily staffing and reviews daily shift assignments to obtain efficiency and eliminate overtime. Required to work three (3) days as staff or less if needed to achieve elimination of overtime goal. Is accessible, approachable and visible to staff; seeks staff input; and serves as clinical mentor. Actively assists staff on routine matters and is first line of response to problem-solve. Ensures clinical competencies of staff and identifies areas in need of improvement. Communicates pertinent information to Assistant Director.
QualificationsLicensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey. Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. BLS (CPR), ACLS and PALS are required. Two (2) years of progressively more responsible nursing experience, one (1) year of which shall have been in the service to which the candidate is applying.