Assistant Nurse Manager Emergency Department

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital, part of BJC HealthCare, is seeking an RN leader for the Emergency Department. The role focuses on coordinating patient care, staff management, and equipment in a fast-paced urban setting.

This fixed mid-level leadership position supports the department's strategic goals and safety commitments. The role requires a BSN with active RN licensure and 2–5 years of RN experience, preferably in ED settings.

Qualifications

• BSN or equivalent in nursing with active RN licensure.
• Minimum 2 years RN experience; 2–5 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates patient care, personnel management, maintenance of equipment and related budgets.
• Leads staff, hires, trains, assigns work, conducts performance reviews and coaching.
• Manages payroll updates, time cards, and staffing to meet department goals.

Skills

Team leadership

Clinical coordination

Staff management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

Barnes-Jewish Hospital is home to the largest Emergency Department in Missouri and serves as an Adult Level I Trauma Center, Comprehensive Stroke Center, and Comprehensive Cardiac Center. Our team delivers leading-edge emergency care to patients across the St. Louis region in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

About Our Emergency Department

• Largest Emergency Department in Missouri
• 52,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art facility
• 80-bed department
• Six specialized care areas, including:
• Trauma and Critical Care
• Dedicated Behavioral Health Unit
• Additional specialty treatment areas serving a diverse patient population

Position Highlights

• $15,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for eligible external candidates
• Schedule: Nights
• Work Schedule: Four 10-hour shifts per week (4x10s)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) licensure
• Minimum of 2 years of RN experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience
• Prior leadership or charge nurse experience
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a fast-paced clinical environment

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital’s staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. The Emergency Department at Barnes-Jewish Hospital is an opportunity to work in a dynamic, urban setting where the arrival of each new second brings with it an opportunity to serve a melting pot of a community with a wide array of medical needs. We specialize in a rapid assessment and treatment of patients when every second counts, particularly during the initial phase of acute illness and trauma. The Barnes-Jewish Hospital Emergency Department is a Level I Trauma facility and a leader in disaster preparedness for the St. Louis region. No one shift is like the other; no one minute is like the next.

Role Purpose

Coordinates patient care, personnel management, maintenance of equipment, equipment purchased, and statistical accumulation.

Responsibilities

Manages individual(s) including but not limited to: hires, trains, assigns work, manages & evaluates performance, conducts professional development plans. Ensures that the productivity and actions of that group meet/support the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership. May participate in the development of departmental staffing, revenue and/or expense budgets and having direct responsibility for adhering to those goals. This includes responding to changes in the business which may affect the ability to achieve the budget goals. Provides and oversees patient care according to planned interventions with regard to their age and developmental needs to attain the patient's optimal level of wellness and documents according to policy. Creates and ensures implementation of a collaborative plan of care based on assessment, diagnosis and medical treatment. May support the review of staff hours worked vs scheduled hours and determine appropriate disposition if variation exists. Perform and approve daily payroll updates. Reconcile time cards, bonus tracking and coding approval. Prepare, coordinate and execute all staff communications; prepare huddle agendas and lead meeting. Determine staffing needs; make nursing assignments as well as assign overtime. Recommend effective annual increases. Interview staff for open positions; evaluate and conduct performance reviews as assigned; draft and issue corrective actions/coaching; follow up regarding any disciplinary action to determine compliance. Responsible for staff productivity and the overall operational goals of the department as established by department leadership. Conducts performance evaluations and makes recommendations on areas of improvement if needed. BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Nursing

Experience

2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

RN

Preferred Requirements

5-10 years

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

BJC Total Rewards

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer