Assist the Nurse Manager with overall administrative and clinical leadership of the unit.
Share 24-hour accountability for daily operations and patient care outcomes.
Directly supervise nursing and technical staff, including: Assessing staff competency
Managing daily staffing and scheduling
Evaluating performance and addressing performance concerns
Participate in hiring, promotions, salary decisions, and terminations.
Serve as a highly visible and transparent role model, promoting professional growth and supporting organizational goals.
Assist in facilitating nursing orientation and nursing education. Identify opportunities to enhance staff knowledge, professionalism, and unit performance.
Mentor and support staff at all levels, fostering engagement and development.
Identify emerging leaders and participate in succession planning.
Analyze administrative and operational processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and quality.
Requirements
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing (Master's required within 5 years)
Current RN licensure
Emergency Department experience required
Minimum 3-5 years of relevant clinical and leadership experience
Certifications: Required: ACLS & PALS
Strongly Preferred: TNCC & ENPC
NRP and STABLE required within 6 months of hire
Current related board specialty certification required
Schedule
Full-time position
ANM works primarily off shift hours with an opportunity to choose between 8- and 10-hour schedules.
Schedule may adjust based on departmental needs
Hourly Pay Range: $52.97 - $84.75
Post End Date
Jul 1, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
Benefits
Health insurance
Additional Information
Job Details
Assistant Nurse Manager - Middletown Emergency Department
Step into leadership-and thrive.
Join our Middletown Emergency Department as an Assistant Nurse Manager , where you'll partner closely with the Nurse Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for clinical nursing practice. In this role, you will help ensure the delivery of high‑quality, efficient, and compassionate care to all patients and families. This position shares 24/7 responsibility for the daily operations and performance of the unit.
About the Middletown ED
Our modern, freestanding Emergency Department is built for efficiency and patient-centered care:
22 private treatment rooms
24/7 physician coverage
Dedicated ED nursing team
On-site lab and imaging services
Streamlined care for high-frequency emergency conditions
Why Join Us?
Competitive compensation and comprehensive healthcare benefits
403(b) retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Generous paid time off
Proud four-time Magnet®‑recognized organization
A meaningful opportunity to make a direct impact on the health and well‑being of our community
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