Assistant Nurse Manager- MedSurg Cardiac Unit

The Society For Cardiovascular Angiography And Interventions; La Grange (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Assistant Nurse Manager to enhance patient care delivery in a supportive environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead nursing teams, ensuring high-quality care while promoting professional growth. You will be instrumental in coordinating patient care, managing budgets, and participating in quality improvement initiatives. Join a community that values your contributions and supports your career development, all while making a positive impact on the health and wellbeing of patients and families. If you are passionate about nursing leadership and patient advocacy, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Time Off

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Paid Parental Leave

Mental Health Resources and Support

Debt-free Education

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years acute care nursing experience or appropriate specialty area.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing within 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and coordinates patient care delivery on assigned nursing units.
• Completes chart audits in the EMR ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and monitors benchmarks.

Skills

Patient Care Coordination

Communication Skills

Nursing Management

Quality Improvement

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Two years acute care nursing experience

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Paid Time Off from Day One for FT/PT positions
• Student Loan Repayment Program for FT/PT positions
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Paid Parental Leave
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Debt-free Education (Certifications and Degrees without out-of-pocket tuition expense)

Our promise to you:

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by extending the healing ministry of Christ. You will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team, understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-time - Days - (Every other weekend)

Location: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange Hospital, 5101 Willow Springs Road, La Grange, IL

The role you’ll contribute:

The Assistant Nurse Manager supervises and coordinates patient care delivery on the assigned nursing units and is accountable for meeting standards. They support the unit by planning, directing, and evaluating all nursing service functions and activities to ensure delivery of quality patient care and organizational effectiveness. Responsibilities include completing chart audits in the EMR, ensuring accuracy and completeness, coordinating staff educational needs, and contributing to strategic planning and quality improvement initiatives.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Communicates courteously with internal and external customers.
• Develops positive working relationships with other departments.
• Participates in daily rounding and promotes compliance with TWCE/Leader Rounding.
• Maintains responsibility for nursing units on a 24/7 basis, unless otherwise approved.
• Performs duties promptly, providing updates on delays.
• Adheres to hospital standards for dress and professional appearance.
• Collaborates with staff to create optimal outcomes.
• Participates in staff hiring, onboarding, and evaluations.
• Monitors budgets and collaborates on financial reports and action plans.
• Rounds on patients and families, providing service recovery as needed.
• Assists in budget development and patient flow management.
• Participates in quality improvement activities and monitors department benchmarks.
• Supports staff development and retention strategies.
• Prepares departmental reports monthly.
• Maintains regulatory readiness and staff education.
• Serves as a mentor and facilitator of professional growth.
• Plans projects and expansions, including staffing and equipment needs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Required:

• Minimum of two years acute care nursing experience or appropriate specialty area.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing within 3 years.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Two years of leadership experience in care team or equivalent.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Required:

• Current Illinois RN License.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Preferred:

• Unit Specialty certification.