Assistant Nurse Manager Cardiothoracic Acute Care Step Down Unit

University Hospitals; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement and pension plan

Free parking for part time and full -?

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Cardiothoracic Acute Care Step Down Unit. The ANM will lead and support the team, dedicating roughly 50% of time to staffing and 50% to leadership activities on Lerner Tower 3.

The role emphasizes patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, staff education, discharge planning, and involvement in quality initiatives, with a strong commitment to mission values.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years clinical experience required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Leadership potential expected within nursing leadership track.

Responsibilities

• Routinely provide patient care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team.
• Identify needs for staff education and development.
• Participate in discharge planning and referrals.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Oversee daily unit operations in a cost‑effective manner.
• Engage in community outreach and maintain relationships.
• Pursue self‑development and support a learning environment.

Skills

Clinical experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Leadership potential

Education

ADN

BSN/MSN within 2 yrs

Tools

EHR systems

PC applications

Job description

Job Description - Assistant Nurse Manager Cardiothoracic Acute Care Step Down Unit (2600075X)

Assistant Nurse Manager Cardiothoracic Acute Care Step Down Unit - ( 2600075X )

About Lerner Tower 3 – Cardiothoracic Acute Care Step Down Unit

Lerner Tower 3 is a 30 bed adult telemetry unit serving primarily postop cardiac and thoracic surgery patients. Six of the 30 beds can provide care for medical or surgical stepdown unit care. Learn more about the unit: Cardiothoracic Surgery Step Down Unit (LernerTower 3)

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Retirement and pension plan
• Free parking for part time and full time employees

What You Will Do

The ANM position provides comprehensive care to patients, while being a leader on the unit. They build a strong foundation of leadership skills and promote the values of University Hospitals. Our ANMs work 50% in staffing and 50% in leadership.

• Routinely provide patient care.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team.
• Identifies needs for and provides Staff education/staff development.
• Participates in Discharge planning, community resource referrals, and education.
• Committee involvement, participate in quality improvement initiatives.
• Oversees daily operations of unit/area in a cost-effective manner.
• Involved in Community outreach activities as pertinent Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers and co-workers.
• Takes responsibility for self-development and supports a learning environment.
• Displays commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
• Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Experience and Knowledge:

• Meets qualification of 1-2 years clinical experience
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills both written and verbal, as well as, exhibiting strong organizational skills and work ethic.

Special Skills & Equipment Knowledge:

• Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients/customers.
• Demonstrated ability to handle high pressure situations with professionalism and integrity.
• Knowledge of current technology and equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies
• PC and computer applications

Education:

• Associate in Science Degree in Nursing (ADN) required. Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or Master in Nursing (MN) from accredited program required within 2 years of hire date.

Required Credentials, License, and/or Certifications:

• Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the state of Ohio.
• Certification in a specialty clinical area or leadership is required within 2 years of hire date
• BLS Required and ALS & PALS may be required based on area’s requirements