ER Nurse Manager_Night Shift
Job Description
Nurse Manager – Emergency Department
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Nights
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager to lead the daily operations of a fast-paced Emergency Department. This leadership role is responsible for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care while overseeing clinical operations, staff development, resource management, and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate is a collaborative and results-driven nursing leader with a strong background in emergency services, proven leadership experience, and a passion for developing high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Leadership
- Direct and oversee the daily operations of the Emergency Department.
- Ensure the delivery of safe, efficient, compassionate, and evidence-based patient care.
- Supervise, coordinate, and facilitate clinical care to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous quality improvement.
- Monitor departmental performance and implement strategies to improve patient satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Leadership & Staff Development
- Recruit, onboard, mentor, and retain high-quality nursing staff.
- Foster a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth and collaboration.
- Coach, develop, and evaluate staff performance while promoting clinical excellence.
- Support ongoing education, competency validation, and evidence-based nursing practices.
Operational & Financial Management
- Collaborate with nursing leadership on strategic planning, departmental initiatives, and operational improvements.
- Manage staffing resources to ensure appropriate coverage and productivity.
- Utilize clinical, operational, financial, and human resource data to support informed decision-making.
- Participate in achieving departmental and organizational goals.
Quality & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional practice standards.
- Promote quality improvement initiatives and integrate evidence-based practices into clinical operations.
- Support patient safety initiatives and monitor key performance indicators.
Qualifications
Education
Required:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Equivalent education may be considered (Associate Degree in Nursing with an MSN or Bachelor's degree in another field with an MSN)
Preferred:
- Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)
Licensure & Certifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility for licensure in the state of practice
- Compact (eNLC) license accepted where applicable
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Experience
Required:
- Minimum of 5 years of recent nursing experience
- At least 2 years of hospital-based clinical experience in an Emergency Department or closely related specialty
- Previous nursing leadership or supervisory experience
Preferred:
- Experience managing Emergency Department operations, staffing, quality initiatives, and budget performance.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will demonstrate:
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent leadership, coaching, and team-building abilities
- Effective communication and conflict resolution skills
- Experience driving quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Commitment to delivering exceptional patient care while supporting staff development and operational excellence
