Assistant Nurse Manager

Emory Healthcare; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Emory Healthcare in Tucker, GA seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead the inpatient unit, guiding clinical practice and daily operations to ensure safe, cost-effective patient care.

You'll supervise staff, drive quality improvement, monitor performance, and collaborate with the leadership team to align staffing, workflow, and resources with organizational goals. Strong nursing leadership and regulatory knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• BSN required from accredited program.
• 3+ years RN experience with 1 year leadership in health system.
• GA RN license active.
• ACLS/BLS certifications may be required.
• eNLC compact license if managing remote staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead inter-professional care teams and staff development.
• Oversee clinical and operational workflows and patient care delivery.
• Institute quality, safety, and compliance initiatives.
• Manage budget, productivity, and scheduling.
• Monitor performance and address staffing and resources.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing leadership

Staff development

Quality & safety

Education

BSN

Job description

Description

Job Summary: The Assistant Nurse Manager plays a key leadership role in the Leadership Team, overseeing daily clinical and operational functions of inpatient setting to ensure seamless patient care across the continuum. This role demands a dynamic leader capable of managing both clinical excellence and operational performance, all while ensuring that patient care remains the top priority. You will lead staff, drive clinical practice development, and manage patient care delivery, while being accountable for team performance, quality, safety, compliance, financials, throughput, workflow, and scheduling. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, you will develop, implement, and evaluate systems that promote high-quality, cost-effective, and safe care.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development:

• Foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, and mutual respect within inter-professional care teams.
• Develop, manage, and evaluate team performance, ensuring alignment with organisational goals.
• Provide education, coaching, and guidance to staff, ensuring adherence to clinical standards.
• Support staff onboarding, competency assessment, and continuous professional development.

Clinical & Operational Management:

• Oversee clinical and operational workflows, ensuring patient integration and service efficiency.
• Lead quality and safety initiatives specific to your area, aligning with organisational objectives.
• Implement and monitor financial and productivity goals within your area of responsibility.

Performance & Compliance:

• Manage performance, providing feedback and addressing issues related to patient care and professional conduct.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organisational policies.
• Lead continuous quality improvement efforts through data analysis and problem-solving.

Strategic & Operational Oversight:

• Plan, prioritise, and execute operations efficiently, anticipating resource needs and achieving results within budget in partnership with the triad leadership team.
• Address operational challenges and apply problem‑solving skills to resolve issues with the triad leadership team.
• Advocate for the optimal allocation of resources to support patient care.

Workplace Culture & Staff Well-Being:

• Foster an inclusive and diverse work environment that values individual differences and promotes staff well‑being.
• Create and support a healthy work environment that encourages professional growth and high staff morale.

Professional Practice Oversight:

• Actively monitor nursing practice to ensure adherence to established standards, policies, and procedures.
• Provide ongoing education and training to nurses, ensuring up-to-date clinical skills and regulatory knowledge.
• Advocate for patient safety and optimal care by addressing concerns regarding staffing, resources, and care delivery.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) required

Experience: A minimum of (3) years of professional nursing practice experience in acute and/or ambulatory care nursing practice setting with 1 year of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience in nursing and/or health system position/role.

Licensure:

• 1. Acute / Ambulatory Setting: A valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
• 2. Virtual Care Setting: If managing remote clinical care team members, active compact/multistate licence (eNLC) within 60 days of hire.

Certifications:

• 1. BLS required
• 2. ACLS may be required for certain departments, post hire
• 3. Additional certifications may be required based on department and speciality

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (required):

• 1. Proven leadership skills in a clinical setting, with experience in nursing practice oversight and team management.
• 2. In‑depth knowledge of quality assurance, performance management, and regulatory compliance.
• 3. Ability to create a positive, inclusive workplace and foster professional development.
• 4. Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, with the ability to resolve technical and operational challenges.
• 5. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master's of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field preferred.

Experience: A minimum of (3) years of professional nursing practice experience in acute and/or ambulatory care nursing practice setting with 2 years of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience in nursing and/or health systems position/role in a complex academic health system preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

10+ lbs. 67‑100% of the workday (constantly). Lifting 10+ lbs max, carrying of small articles such as dockets, ledgers, files, small tools, frequent standing & walking, occasional sitting, close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: blood‑borne pathogen exposure, bio‑hazardous waste. chemicals/gases/fumes/vapours, communicable diseases, electrical shock, floor surfaces, hot/cold temperatures, indoor/outdoor conditions, latex, lighting, patient care/handling injuries, radiation, shift work, travel may be required, use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.