Assistant Nurse Manager - Neuro Stepdown Unit

Coloradoacc; Missouri; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Missouri is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Neuro Step-Down Unit. The role involves coordinating patient care, managing staff performance, and ensuring high-quality nursing care. Candidates should have a BSN and at least 2 years of inpatient care experience. The position offers flexible scheduling and a supportive nursing team. Excellent benefits including tuition assistance and retirement plans are provided.

Benefits

Tuition Assistance

Health Insurance

Pension Plan

401K

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Min 2 years of bedside inpatient care experience.
• Supports Nurse Managers in coordinating patient care.

Responsibilities

• Manages performance and oversees equipment.
• Handles staffing and budget adherence.
• Coordinates patient care and operational management.

Skills

Bedside Care

Patient Care Planning

Team Coordination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

• BSN Required
• Min 2 yrs of bedside inpatient care experience
• Searching for Night or Weekend Shift
• If weekend - we are open to day or night shift
• Flexible scheduling
• Strong and well staffed nursing team on the floor
• Competitive salary
• Tuition Assistance
• Great medical benefits
• 401K and a pension plan

Location and Unit Details

Barnes Jewish Hospital - Plaza Tower

Neuro Step-Down Unit (10500) - 10th Floor

This unit provides specialized care for patients transitioning from the Neuro ICU who still need close monitoring. The unit cares for individuals recovering from neurological conditions like stroke, brain injury, and neurosurgery.

Staffed by a skilled team of neuro nurses, neurologists, and therapists, the unit focuses on stabilizing patients, managing symptoms, and preparing them for the next stage of recovery. The Neuro Step-Down Unit is dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate care during this crucial recovery phase.

About Barnes-Jewish Hospital

Located at Washington University Medical Center, it is Missouri's largest hospital and ranked among the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital features a team of full-time academic faculty and community physicians, supported by residents, interns, and fellows. Recognized as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, it exemplifies excellence in nursing care.

The Neuroscience Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is a 21-bed unit dedicated to patients requiring specialized nursing care at a critical point, where they are at high risk for deterioration. The unit emphasizes frequent assessment, intervention, treatment, and monitoring, with resources including Nurse Practitioners, Nurse Managers, and a Nurse Educator. It collaborates with a multidisciplinary team for comprehensive patient care.

Specialized orientation, ongoing education, and professional development are provided to prepare nurses for neuroscience care and progressive care specifics. The unit is committed to achieving excellent patient outcomes.

Preferred Qualifications and Role Purpose

The Assistant Nurse Manager supports Nurse Managers and their teams by coordinating patient care, managing performance, overseeing equipment, and handling statistical data. Responsibilities include staffing, budget adherence, staff development, patient care planning, and operational management.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Experience: 2-5 years

Licenses & Certifications: RN license

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, pension and 403(b) plans, tuition assistance, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and more. For details, visit www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits. Not all benefits apply to all roles. This description is intended to outline general responsibilities and is not exhaustive. BJC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.