Assistant Nurse Manager RN Inpatient Trauma

Trinity Health; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager for the Inpatient Trauma Unit to lead daily operations and support patient-centered care for surgical and trauma patients. You will partner with the Nurse Manager, physicians, and care teams to promote safety, quality, and engagement in a high-acuity setting.

The role requires a BSN, an accredited nursing program, and an active CT or multi-state RN license with 2–3 years of acute care experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Active RN license – Connecticut or multistate.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

BSN

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: 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.

Hours: two 8-hour shifts and two12-hours shifts.

Shifts: Off shift and weekends Off shift can include split shifts, evening, or nights.

Duties

• 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.