Assistant Nurse Manager, General Surgery/Observation Units, Fulltime (4) 10-hours 11am to 9pm

Stamford Health; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance day one

Wellness programs

Paid Time Off accruals

403b pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Childcare partnership

Job summary

Stamford Health is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the General Surgery/Observation Unit to lead daily patient care with a focus on safety, throughput, and staff development. The role requires strong clinical background and leadership skills, with supervision across shifts and active involvement in quality initiatives.

The position emphasizes collaboration with hospital leadership, adherence to Planetree and Magnet standards, and ongoing staff coaching and performance management.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical experience in a relevant unit.
• Recent leadership experience within nursing supervision.
• Current CT RN license and BLS/ACLS certification.
• NIHSS must be obtained by end of orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily patient care delivery on the assigned unit.
• Executes patient experience, safety and care protocols; conducts rounds.
• Supports patient throughput and length of stay goals.
• Provides real-time coaching to staff for clinical effectiveness.
• Provides feedback and initiates corrective actions in collaboration with nurse managers.
• Collaborates with leadership to engage and retain staff.
• Makes cost-saving recommendations and ensures coverage across shifts.
• Oversees staff orientation, education, and onboarding.
• Participates in interviews, performance appraisals, and quality projects.

Skills

Leadership

RN License

BLS/ACLS

NIHSS

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Master's degree preferred

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Job description

Assistant Nurse Manager - General Surgery/Observation Unit

This position is a fulltime position (4) 10-hour shifts, 11am to 9pm, weekend and holiday commitment required!

At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized, person-centered care. This commitment guides how we care for patients, support their care partners, and promote the wellbeing of our staff. In alignment with our Planetree philosophy, the individual in this role will foster a respectful, collaborative environment that honors the needs, values, and preferences of every person we serve and the colleagues we partner with.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children's Learning Center

Responsibilities

• Supervises the daily delivery of patient care on assigned unit /area.
• Executes on all patient experience, safety and patient care protocols including but not limited to patient rounding, staff rounding for compliance and patient safety surveillance.
• Supports the activities related to patient throughput and Length of Stay (LOS).
• Provides real-time coaching to support clinical effectiveness.
• Provides constructive feedback to employees on performance issues, administers initial corrective actions in collaboration with the nurse managers, and participates in monitoring for performance issues.
• Collaborates with leadership to support employee engagement and retention.
• Makes recommendations on cost savings opportunities.
• Prepares schedule of work assignment assuring appropriate coverage on all shifts.
• Consistently uses sound financial judgment in managing labor and non-labor resources.
• Provides ongoing clinical evaluations of nurses and other direct and indirect patient care providers on assigned unit /area as designated by the Nurse Manager.
• Provides support with new personnel on orientation, continuing education, and in-service educational programs.
• Participates in interviewing, selecting, and appraising the performance of employees.
• Participates in and supports quality improvement projects, outcomes studies and research initiatives; participates in committees as assigned.
• Supports and promotes hospital-wide and unit specific initiatives & goals (e.g., Planetree, Magnet, Joint Commission, Disease specific certifications).
• Facilitates communication and collaboration among unit staff and other departments regarding issues related to patient care.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of recent clinical experience
• Recent leadership experience
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Bachelor's degree in nursing is required, Master's Degree preferred.
• Current CT RN License
• At least 3 years of recent clinical experience
• Recent leadership experience
• Certification in BLS, ACLS required. NIHSS (obtain by the end of the orientation period)
• Clinical specialty or leadership certification strongly preferred.

About Us

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an "A" for patient safety. The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long‑lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.

About The Team

Stamford Health offers an extremely competitive salary with generous shift differentials where appropriate.

Our Total Rewards Program is ranked as one of the highest satisfiers based on our employee engagement surveys.

Why work for Stamford Health?

With over 100 transfers and promotions each year for the past 5 years, Stamford Health is a place for you to grow and develop your career. Many departments from Nursing to Information Systems and Rehabilitation have Career Ladder programs that foster career development.

Whether employees choose to live in the greater Stamford, CT area or commute from New York or Fairfield, we offer free convenient parking and free transportation from the Stamford train stations.

Our collaborative with Hospital for Special Surgery, and the Dana Farber Brigham and Women's Cancer Care Collaborative, connect us directly with world class expertise, research, resources and technology to put us at the forefront of patient care.

We have a robust Professional Development and Organization Development program that provides both clinical and non-clinical staff with the opportunity to develop and grow professionally.

For organizational leaders, we offer a comprehensive New Manager Orientation four times per year. Our program designed specifically for Stamford Health will help prepare today's and tomorrow's leaders for success with an innovative curriculum based on best practices. It will also enhance the skills of our leaders that bring their fresh leadership perspective from other organizations.