Assistant Nurse Manager ICU

TEEMA Group; City of White Plains (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full suite of healthcare benefits

Robust retirement plan

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency in New York is looking for an experienced Assistant Nurse Manager to lead operations within a high-acuity Intensive Care Unit. This role involves not only administrative duties such as budgeting and strategic planning, but also provides direct patient care when necessary. Candidates must possess a BSN and a current New York RN license, with prior leadership experience being preferred. This is a full-time position during overnight hours, offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant acute care experience.
• Ability to function as a staff RN when necessary.
• ACLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant acute care experience.
• Excellence in clinical skills and ability to function as a staff RN when needed.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop departmental goals aligned with hospital strategic plans.
• Provide house supervision and may deliver direct patient care.
• Drive Performance Improvement initiatives and ensure adherence to safety goals.
• Assist in developing operating and capital budgets; update FTE components and report variances.
• Provide house supervision and periodically deliver direct patient care.
• Drive Performance Improvement initiatives and ensure patient safety goals.
• Collaborate with Magnet Program Director to align initiatives with Magnet standards.
• Ensure staff completion of orientation, competencies, and ongoing education.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Skills

Communication

Communication

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Matriculated BSN with graduation plan

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.

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