Assistant Nurse Manager RN Inpatient Trauma

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Inpatient Trauma Unit. The role supports the Nurse Manager, partners with physicians and care teams, and leads daily operations to ensure exceptional patient-centered care for surgical and trauma patients.

The position includes two 8-hour shifts and two 12-hour shifts, with off shifts and weekends; supervision of staff and coordination of staffing, throughput, and safety initiatives are key responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum 2–3 years of acute care nursing experience.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Connecticut or multistate.

Responsibilities

• Provide frontline supervision, guidance, coaching, and support to nursing and support staff.
• Assist with staffing coordination, scheduling, patient throughput, and resource management to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in performance management, employee engagement, retention, and succession planning initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Coaching staff

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

BSN

RN license

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Rotating ShiftDescription:

Position Purpose

At Saint Francis Hospital, the Assistant Nurse Manager serves as a frontline nursing leader for the Inpatient Trauma Unit, supporting the delivery of exceptional, patient-centered care for individuals experiencing a wide range of surgical and trauma-related conditions. This includes abdominal trauma, orthopedic trauma, bariatric surgery, plastic surgery, surgical oncology, colorectal surgery, vascular surgery, thoracic surgery, and neurosurgery patients.

Working in partnership with the Nurse Manager, physicians, and interdisciplinary care teams, the Assistant Nurse Manager helps lead daily operations, supports nursing excellence, promotes colleague engagement, and ensures the highest standards of quality, safety, and patient experience.

What You Will Do

• Hours: two 8-hour shifts and two12-hours shifts.
• Shifts: Off shift and weekends
• Off shift can include split shifts, evening, or nights.
• Support the operational, clinical, and leadership functions of the Inpatient Trauma Unit.
• Collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care.
• Provide frontline supervision, guidance, coaching, and support to nursing and support staff.
• Assist with staffing coordination, scheduling, patient throughput, and resource management to ensure efficient unit operations.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Participate in performance management, employee engagement, retention, and succession planning initiatives.
• Foster an environment of collaboration, respect, inclusion, and professional growth aligned with Saint Francis Hospital and Trinity Health values.
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Minimum 2–3 years of acute care nursing experience.
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Connecticut or multistate
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous acute care and/or medical-surgical nursing experience.
• Prior leadership, charge nurse, supervisory, or management experience preferred.
• Experience within trauma, surgical, or inpatient acute care settings preferred.
  

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that our people are our greatest strength. We are committed to supporting our colleagues with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to promote health, financial security, and work-life balance.

$44.05 - $70.50 per hour

Pay is based on experience, education, skills, certifications, and internal equity. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be compensated on a salary basis equivalent to the stated hourly range. Geographic differentials may apply.

For eligible colleagues, benefits may include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement and Educational Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs and Resources
  

Our Commitment

Saint Francis Hospital is part of Trinity Health Of New England, a member of one of the nation's largest Catholic health systems. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where every colleague is valued, respected, and empowered to thrive while advancing our Mission of serving together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.