Assistant Nurse Manager, Medical Surgical

About the role

Manages assigned direct reports including recruitment, hiring, coaching, disciplinary actions, development, education, competencies, performance evaluations, and payroll functions.

Demonstrates critical thinking skills, creativity, and resource management to achieve quality performance and positive employee relations.

Fosters a culture of psychological safety, where team members feel supported, valued, and empowered to speak up, share concerns, and contribute meaningfully.

Promotes evidence-based practice, ensures quality outcomes, and fosters a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous learning.

Provides ongoing education and training to nursing staff to maintain high competency levels.

Prepares the unit for audits and surveys, by monitoring and maintaining unit compliance with regulatory standards, accrediting, hospital policies while coordinating staff education to maintain competencies and preparedness.

Manages nursing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and optimal patient care.

Conducts regular staff meetings to communicate updates, address concerns, and provide guidance.

Aids in developing, implementing, and evaluating ongoing service programs to ensure quality nursing and patient care.

Manages budgets and resources efficiently to meet financial and operational goals.

Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Mental and emotional stability, demonstrating a courteous and calm approach to all contacts with patients, visitors, and health care team members.
• Mature judgment and the ability to handle confidential information within Florida Hospital guidelines and applicable regulations.
• Personal qualities such as kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs, including using electronic keyboards and other peripheral devices.
• Ability to communicate verbally in English and in written form with persons of varied backgrounds in a respectful, effective and professional manner.
• Critical thinking / problem solving skills
• Teamwork, tact and conflict resolution
• Organizational, multitasking and prioritization skills
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems
• Accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance

Requirements

• Bachelor's of Nursing
• 2+ years acute care nursing experience
• 2+ years of experience providing leadership of care team or equivalent (i.e. team leader, clinical nurse coordinator)

Qualifications

• Mental and emotional stability
• Mature judgment and ability to handle confidential information
• Kindness, compassion, understanding, integrity, respect, sense of humor, discretion and confidentiality
• Ability to learn and apply computer related applications and programs
• Ability to communicate verbally in English and in written form with persons of varied backgrounds
• Critical thinking / problem solving skills
• Teamwork, tact and conflict resolution
• Organizational, multitasking and prioritization skills
• Ability to provide leadership, direction, and solve complex problems
• Accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
• Ability to demonstrate proficiency in clinical skills, multi-tasking, and a professional bedside manner
• Knowledgeable in assigned areas of patient care including health promotion and maintenance

Skills

• Mentorship and leadership skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in computer applications and electronic medical records
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

Benefits

Extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, and more.

Schedule

Full time, night shift

Pay

$32.79 - $60.99 per hour