NURSE MANAGER

Covenant Health; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Health is seeking a Registered Nurse Manager for the Emergency Department at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. This full-time position requires accountability for nursing care and staff management on a 24-hour basis. Ideal candidates will have at least three years of clinical experience, with two years in a leadership role preferred.

The position focuses on ensuring quality patient care, developing departmental budgets, and fostering a safe environment. A Tennessee State registered nurse license is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing program required.
• Possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or related field preferred within 3 years.
• Three (3) years of recent clinical experience required.
• Two (2) years of leadership/managerial experience preferred.
• Emergency Room experience preferred.
• Must have and maintain Tennessee State registered nurse license.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for the delivery of high-quality nursing care.
• Selects, trains, orients, and evaluates department staff.
• Develops departmental budgets and administers operations.
• Ensures safe environment for high-quality patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical nursing skills

Communication

Budget management

Quality improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Overview

Registered Nurse Manager, Emergency Department

Full Time, 80 hours per pay period, Variable shifts

Parkwest Overview:

Parkwest Medical Center, Covenant Health’s flagship facility in West Knoxville, combines world‑class cardiac expertise with the warmth of home in serving a vibrant East Tennessee community. Since 1973, Parkwest has grown into the region’s largest hospital in the area, offering advanced services like an all‑digital catheterization lab, comprehensive breast health, emergency, and critical care. It’s consistently ranked among Tennessee's top 10 hospitals by U.S.News & World Report and earns national recognition as a Top100 Heart Hospital, as well as an “A” safety grade from Leapfrog. As part of Covenant Health, the region’s largest employer, Parkwest Medical Center marries cutting‑edge technology with compassionate, community‑centered care, earning accolades for cardiology, stroke, surgical excellence, and patient safety.

To learn more about Parkwest Medical Center and our units, visit Covenant Health Parkwest Medical Center Opportunities.

Position Summary:

Is accountable for the delivery of high quality nursing care and for the administrative management of the nursing unit on a 24‑hour basis. Fulfills all duties and responsibilities associated with the Nurse Manager position.

Responsibilities

• Selects, trains, orients, develop and evaluate performance of the department staff. Ensures staffing mix and allocation in accordance with departmental guidelines.
• Develops departmental budgets. Administers operations in accordance with budgeted parameters.
• Maintains operational reports and records and collects statistical data for administrative and regulatory purposes.
• Coordinates and reports outcome of nursing activities performed on behalf of the patient.
• Establishes and maintains communication between the nursing unit, medical staff and ancillary departments for the purposes of problem solving and quality improvement. Utilizes appropriate lines of communication within the facility.
• Ensures establishment and implementation of unit goals and objectives are in alignment with the facility and system.
• Promotes a safe environment that allows for the delivery of high quality patient care utilizing evidenced based practices.
• Protects patient confidentiality by promoting professional staff communications.
• Supervises, institutes, and evaluates nursing interventions and documentation.
• Demonstrates competence in performing critical skills to include appropriate delivery of care according to the age‑specific needs of the population served.
• Works collaboratively with other disciplines to ensure patient care is timely, efficient, and effective.
• Facilitates professional development of staff with accountability for staff retention.
• Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives, and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Graduate of accredited nursing program required; possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field preferred (required within 3 years in position or effective date of job description).

Minimum Experience:

Three (3) years of recent clinical experience. Two (2) years of leadership/managerial preferred. Emergency Room experience preferred.

Licensure Requirement:

Must have and maintain Tennessee State registered nurse license.