Assistant Nurse Manager NICU

Ascension; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital in Middleburg, FL is seeking an experienced nurse leader for a Full-Time Day Shift role. You will oversee patient care delivery within the unit, mentor nursing staff, and ensure compliance with standards while collaborating with physicians and administration.

You will manage the unit budget, optimize supply use, coordinate interdisciplinary care, and drive quality improvement initiatives to reduce errors and boost patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• RN license with Florida Board of Nursing required before hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• 1 year of cumulative unit-specific nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee patient care delivery within the unit to ensure high-quality standards and regulatory compliance.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff and manage shift scheduling for adequate coverage.
• Manage the unit's operational budget and optimize supplies and equipment usage.
• Act as liaison between patients, families, physicians and administration to coordinate care.
• Lead unit-based quality improvement initiatives to reduce medical errors and improve satisfaction.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Staff supervision

Budget management

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital
• Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Middleburg, FL
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Clay County Hospital
• Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Oversee patient care delivery within the unit to ensure high-quality standards, compliance with healthcare regulations, and adherence to evidence-based nursing practices.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering a collaborative work environment and managing shift scheduling to ensure adequate unit coverage.
• Manage the unit's operational budget, optimize the allocation of medical supplies and equipment, and monitor productivity metrics to control costs.
• Act as a liaison between patients, families, physicians, and administrative teams to resolve grievances and coordinate seamless, interdisciplinary care.
• Lead unit-based quality improvement initiatives, analyzing patient outcomes and safety data to implement protocols that reduce medical errors and improve patient satisfaction.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Florida Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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