Assistant Nurse Manager ICU

TEEMA; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

TEEMA seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager to lead an ICU night team in White Plains, NY, delivering clinical leadership and operational oversight during the 8:00 PM–6:00 AM shift. You will mentor staff, manage performance, and ensure safety and satisfaction while aligning with Magnet standards.

Required NY RN license, BSN (or plan to complete), BLS/ACLS, and 2+ years acute care experience. Night leadership is essential; coordination with hospital administration is expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold New York State RN license with active status.
• BSN required or enrolled with planned graduation.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience.
• Ability to provide direct patient care during night shift when needed.
• Strong communication, teaching, and leadership capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing operations during overnight shift to ensure clinical excellence.
• Lead staff scheduling, performance evaluations, and hiring per policy.
• Assist in budgeting, staffing, and capital planning.
• Provide house supervision and direct patient care as needed.
• Drive quality and safety initiatives aligned with Joint Commission and ANA standards.
• Collaborate with Magnet Program to maintain accreditation standards.
• Ensure staff orientation and ongoing education and compliance.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Clinical skills

Budgeting

Staff scheduling

Education

BSN

New York RN License

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

ICU/Critical Care Certification

CNML Certification

Job description

Take the next step in your leadership journey within a high-acuity, fast-paced Intensive Care Unit. As the Assistant Nurse Manager, you will be a cornerstone of clinical excellence and operational efficiency during the critical overnight hours. This role balances sophisticated administrative oversight—including budgeting, hiring, and strategic planning—with the ability to provide expert direct patient care when needed. You will play a pivotal role in maintaining a culture of shared governance and aligning departmental goals with the prestigious Magnet recognition standards. This is an inspiring opportunity for a dedicated nurse leader to mentor staff, drive quality metrics, and ensure the highest standards of patient safety and satisfaction.

Key Duties:

Operational Leadership: Develop and implement departmental goals aligned with hospital strategic plans. Manage staff scheduling based on budgeted plans and patient needs.

Team Management: Conduct interviews, hiring, performance evaluations, and counseling in accordance with hospital policy.

Financial Stewardship: Assist in developing operating and capital budgets; update FTE components and report variances to the Division Administrator.

Clinical Oversight: Provide house supervision as required and periodically deliver direct patient care to support the team and maintain clinical excellence.

Quality & Safety: Drive Performance Improvement initiatives, ensure adherence to Joint Commission National Patient Safety Goals, and uphold the ANA Code of Nursing Ethics.

Magnet Excellence: Collaborate with the Magnet Program Director to align unit initiatives with the critical components of a Magnet-recognized organization.

Compliance & Education: Assure staff completion of orientation, annual competencies, and ongoing education; maintain departmental compliance with all state and federal regulations.

Communication: Lead monthly staff meetings, utilize multiple communication methodologies to keep the night team informed, and foster a culture of shared governance.

Required Qualifications

Licensure: Current New York State Registered Nurse License.

Education: BSN required (or matriculated in a BSN program with a confirmed graduation plan).

Certifications: * BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.

ACLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant acute care experience.

Clinical Skills: Excellence in clinical skills and the ability to function as a staff RN when necessary.

Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

Leadership Experience: Previous management or leadership experience is highly preferred.

Specialty Certification: Certification in ICU/Critical Care or CNML (Certified Nurse Manager & Leader) preferred (must be obtained within 3 years of hire).

Management Knowledge: Demonstrated foundational knowledge of healthcare management skills and budgeting.

Location and Work Type

Setting: Hospital (Intensive Care Unit)

Location: White Plains, NY

Work Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00 PM – 6:00 AM (Overnight)

Total Rewards: Full suite of healthcare benefits and a robust retirement plan.