What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Nurse Manager - ICU position at Glens Falls Hospital?
At Glens Falls Hospital, we are proud to offer exceptional care in a compassionate and supportive environment. Our Intensive Care Unit (ICU) provides high-quality care to critically ill patients, and we are looking for an experienced and dynamic Assistant Nurse Manager to lead, mentor, and support our team. If you are passionate about leadership and patient-centered care, we want you to be a part of our dedicated ICU family.
Position Overview :
As the Assistant Nurse Manager for our ICU, you will provide leadership and operational oversight in delivering high-quality, compassionate, and efficient care. You will collaborate with the Nurse Manager to ensure clinical excellence while mentoring, supporting, and developing the nursing staff. This role requires a leader who is dedicated to fostering a culture of teamwork, providing mentorship, and ensuring that patient and family-centered care is at the core of everything we do.
Key Responsibilities :
Assist the Nurse Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations of the ICU, ensuring that clinical care standards are met or exceeded.
Lead, support, and mentor ICU nursing staff, promoting professional development, continuous learning, and teamwork.
Champion a patient- and family-centered care approach, ensuring that all staff provide compassionate, respectful, and personalized care.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and social workers, to develop and implement care plans.
Participate in staff performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback, and facilitating coaching and mentoring to enhance nursing practice.
Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies and procedures to ensure best practices in patient care and safety.
Support staff in managing complex, high-acuity patients and assist in clinical decision-making, ensuring safe and effective care.
Monitor and maintain staffing levels, ensuring appropriate nurse-patient ratios and managing the allocation of resources effectively.
Advocate for continuous quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Act as a resource for staff, resolving complex clinical issues and providing guidance during critical situations.
Qualifications :
Graduate from a professional Registered Nurse program.
Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
Minimum of 3 years in ICU or critical care nursing preferred.
CCRN certification preferred.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor, and support staff in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
Demonstrated ability to promote patient- and family-centered care, ensuring a compassionate and respectful approach to all patients and their families.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster positive relationships within the team, across departments, and with patients' families.
Proficiency in critical care technologies and equipment
BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications required.
Knowledge of regulatory standards, hospital policies, and quality improvement practices in critical care settings.
Ability to manage change effectively and contribute to a positive, supportive work environment.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning.
Why Join Us?
At Glens Falls Hospital, we are committed to fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and innovation. As an Assistant Nurse Manager in our ICU, you will play a key role in shaping the future of patient care, supporting a team of highly skilled nurses, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and their families. We offer competitive compensation, shift differentials, comprehensive benefits, a Mentorship program, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Glens Falls Hospital is proud to be a Magnet designated organization, joining only 9% of all hospitals in the United States to currently hold this distinction. Magnet Recognized is the gold standard for nursing excellence.
Communities We Serve
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $36.14 to $56.41 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.
Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here .
Salary : $36 - $56
