Assistant Nurse Manager - RN Neuroscience

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement and Professional

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, seeks an Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) for the Neuroscience Unit to support daily clinical and operational functions for patients with acute neurological and neurosurgical conditions.

In this rotating-shift leadership role, you will drive clinical excellence, staff engagement, patient safety, and quality outcomes while collaborating with neurologists, neurosurgeons, and interdisciplinary teams on a mission-driven care environment.

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse license – Connecticut.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations of a busy inpatient Neuroscience Unit.
• Supervise and mentor charge nurses and frontline nursing staff.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, patient assignments and throughput.
• Promote a culture of patient safety, evidence-based practice and accountability.
• Lead quality improvement, stroke care and patient experience initiatives.

Skills

Leadership experience

Clinical leadership

Education

BSN

MSN (preferred)

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Saint Francis Hospital, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) for our Neuroscience Unit.

In this leadership role, you will support the day-to-day clinical and operational functions of a specialized inpatient unit caring for patients with acute neurological and neurosurgical conditions, including stroke, seizure disorders, traumatic brain injuries, and other complex neuroscience diagnoses.

The Assistant Nurse Manager partners with the Nurse Manager to drive clinical excellence, staff engagement, patient safety, and quality outcomes while fostering a collaborative, patient-centered, and mission-driven environment.

What You'll Do

• Full-time: 40 hours per week; combination of 8 & 12hr shifts- 2 weekend shifts in a 6-week schedule and the ability to work off- hours.
• Support daily operations of a busy inpatient Neuroscience Unit.
• Supervise and mentor charge nurses and frontline nursing staff.
• Coordinate staffing, scheduling, patient assignments, and patient throughput.
• Promote a culture of patient safety, evidence-based practice, and accountability.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, DPH, and Trinity Health standards.
• Support staff development, coaching, performance management, and succession planning.
• Lead and participate in quality improvement, stroke care, and patient experience initiatives.
• Collaborate with neurologists, neurosurgeons, hospitalists, rehabilitation specialists, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Serve as a visible, hands-on leader during assigned shifts.

Qualifications Required

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

Preferred

• Prior leadership, charge nurse, or supervisory experience.
• Experience in neuroscience, stroke care, neurology, neurosurgery, telemetry, or acute care nursing.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or enrollment in an MSN program.
• Specialty certification such as SCRN (Stroke Certified Registered Nurse), CNRN (Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse), PCCN, or nursing leadership certification.

Compensation and Benefits

At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range: $44.05- $70.50 per hour

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Life Insurance and Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Well-being and Wellness Programs
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617 bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center and the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute.

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.