Nursing Manager Emergency Department

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement/403(b)

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension’s Emergency Department in Milwaukee is seeking a nurse leader to drive clinical excellence and oversee staff development. You will lead hiring, training, mentoring, and performance evaluation to build a culture of clinical expertise and engagement.

You will design and implement unit policies and quality monitoring systems to ensure safety and efficiency, while balancing budgetary goals with staff and physician needs for high patient satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Requires RN license from Wisconsin Board of Nursing prior to hire.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Drive clinical excellence by identifying and resolving barriers to patient care.
• Lead full lifecycle of staff development from hiring to mentoring and evaluation.
• Develop and implement unit-specific policies and quality monitoring systems.
• Balance budgetary goals with staff and physician needs to ensure satisfaction.

Education

RN license (Wisconsin)

BLS Certification

Leadership experience

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Francis Hospital
• Department: Emergency
• Schedule: Days l Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Ascension St. Francis Hospital
• Department: Emergency
• Schedule: Days l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Drive clinical excellence by identifying and resolving barriers to patient care, ensuring every individual in your unit receives seamless, high-quality service.
• Cultivate a high-performing team by leading the full lifecycle of staff developmentâfrom hiring and training to mentoring and evaluatingâto build a culture of clinical expertise and engagement.
• Design the future of care by developing and implementing unit-specific policies and quality monitoring systems that guarantee both safety and operational efficiency.
• Champion the patient and provider experience by balancing budgetary goals with the needs of your staff and physicians to ensure a high level of satisfaction across the entire care continuum.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

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

Education

• Required professional licensure/certification AND 1 year of cumulative job specific experience and 1 year of leadership 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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