Assistant Nurse Manager ED

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Legal and pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension in Evansville, IN, invites an experienced nurse leader to join the Emergency Department as a full-time evening supervisor. You will lead daily operations, coordinate staffing, and drive high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities include mentoring staff, hiring decisions, and advancing clinical quality and compliance within evolving health care practices. Required BLS and RN licensure in Indiana; ALS and Neonatal Resuscitation are preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire, American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• RN credential with Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date.
• Advanced Life Support preferred (AHA or ARC).
• Neonatal Resuscitation Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily nursing operations to ensure high-quality patient care and seamless access across the department.
• Empower and direct clinical staff by assigning duties tailored to individual skills, maximizing team strengths and supporting professional growth.
• Hire, mentor and evaluate team members to cultivate a high-performing, compassionate workforce dedicated to patient satisfaction.
• Drive clinical quality initiatives and process audits to continuously improve patient outcomes and uphold high care standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to update departmental workflows and maintain compliance with evolving health care practices.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Clinical operations

Quality improvement

Education

BSN preferred

National Certification preferred

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department/Specialty: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Evenings l Full-time

Location

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Emergency Department
• Schedule: Evenings l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead daily nursing operations to ensure high-quality patient care and seamless access across the department.
• Empower and direct clinical staff by assigning duties tailored to individual skills, maximizing team strengths and supporting professional growth.
• Hire, mentor and evaluate team members to cultivate a high-performing, compassionate workforce dedicated to patient satisfaction.
• Drive clinical quality initiatives and process audits to continuously improve patient outcomes and uphold high care standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to update departmental workflows and maintain compliance with evolving health care practices.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted.
• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation preferred.

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.
• At least 5 years of Emergency nursing experience strongly preferred
• Prior leadership experience strongly preferred
• BSN preferred, or plan in place to receive
• National Certification preferred

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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