RN Assistant Nurse Manager

About the Role

The Clinical Assistant Manager advocates for efficient, safe, and compassionate nursing care, supporting shared decision-making and professional autonomy. They assist in managing personnel, budgets, strategic planning, and regulatory standards, overseeing overall care delivery on the unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative leadership by collaborating with the Clinical Manager on quality improvement initiatives, staff performance evaluations, and fostering staff development.
• Support staff participation in hospital activities and ensure competency standards are met.
• Ensure safe, therapeutic environments, effective care delivery, and compliance with regulatory standards through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Participate in performance improvement, monitor patient satisfaction, and assist in resource allocation to meet operational needs.
• Maintain visibility on the unit, advocate for patients, and ensure smooth patient throughput.
• Engage in professional development, share best practices, and represent nursing in the community.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of two years of clinical nursing experience, with at least one year in leadership or charge roles preferred.
• Knowledge of nursing standards, performance improvement, JCAHO standards, and healthcare organizational systems.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Current RN licensure, BLS certification, and specialty certification within six months of eligibility.

Key Duties

• Assisting with staff management and quality improvement.
• Ensuring regulatory compliance and resource management.
• Fostering professional growth and supporting safe, effective patient care.