Assistant Nurse Manager: Lead Patient Care & Team Excellence

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Assistant Nurse Manager for the Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS) supports the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values by guiding nursing teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered, cost-conscious care. They assist in overseeing care at the unit and system levels and demonstrate leadership capable of improving outcomes for a defined group of patients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary staff, performance improvement, and adherence to VA policies.

Qualifications

• English language proficiency as required for direct patient care.
• Graduate of an approved nursing program (ADN/ Diploma, BSN, or higher).
• Current, full, active, and unrestricted RN license in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing high-quality, cost-effective patient care.
• Help manage nursing operations at unit and EKHCS system levels.
• Demonstrate leadership to improve care for patient groups.

Education

Nursing degree (ADN or Diploma in Nursing)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or related field with BSN

State RN license

Job description

The Assistant Nurse Manager for the Eastern Kansas Health Care System (EKHCS) supports the organization’s Mission, Vision and Values by guiding nursing teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered, cost-conscious care. They assist in overseeing care at the unit and system levels and demonstrate leadership capable of improving outcomes for a defined group of patients.

The role emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary staff, performance improvement, and adherence to VA policies.