Senior Clinical Nurse Manager- Emergency Department

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Akron Children's Hospital is seeking a Senior Clinical Nurse Manager for the Akron ED to oversee daily operations of high‑complexity units and ensure top‑level patient care. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and maintain 24‑hour accountability for direct care units, linking administrative strategy with bedside practice.

The role emphasizes budgeting, staffing, regulatory compliance, and professional development to advance patient outcomes and staff growth in a dynamic emergency

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Current Ohio RN license required.
• Current Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
• Minimum 5 years of nursing experience; 3 years of supervisory leadership preferred.
• PEARS if general care; PALS/ACLS/TNCC/NRP if critical care or ED settings; relevant certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of high‑complexity units and ensure safe, effective patient care.
• Manage unit financial operations, including budgeting and revenue oversight.
• Lead HR activities: hiring, coaching, performance management for staff.
• Drive performance improvement focused on quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Guide integration of technology into patient care and nursing practice.
• Lead strategic initiatives and change management to align unit goals with organizational strategy.
• Develop and implement staff development and retention strategies to boost workforce engagement.
• Promote diversity in staffing and patient care settings.
• Demonstrate accountability in all responsibilities and act as a liaison between administration and patient care.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

MS Office proficiency

Staff development

Problem solving

Time management

Autonomy

Change management

Collaboration

Education

BSN

MSN / MBA / MHA / MPH or similar

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Full-time, 40 hours/week variable

Onsite- Akron ED

Summary

The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager oversees daily operations in high-complexity units, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care delivery to create safe and supportive environments that enhance patient engagement. The Senior Clinical Nurse Manager fosters a professional culture where team members work together to achieve optimal patient outcomes and advance their professional development. As a nurse leader, this position carries 24-hour accountability for direct care units and serves as a crucial link between administrative strategies and patient care.

Responsibilities

1. Manage the unit's financial operations, ensuring effective budget oversight and revenue generation.

2. Oversee human resource activities including hiring, firing, coaching and performance management for staff.

3. Drive performance improvement initiatives focused on key metrics, quality assurance, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.

4. Ensure the effective integration and use of technology in patient care and nursing practices.

5. Lead strategic initiatives, facilitating change management, collaboration, and shared decision making to align unit objectives with organizational goals.

6. Develop and implement performance management, staff development, and retention strategies to enhance workforce engagement.

7. Cultivate relationships and influence behaviors by managing situations effectively and promoting professional development.

8. Champion diversity in staffing and patient care settings.

9. Demonstrate personal and professional accountability in all responsibilities.

10. Other duties as assigned.

Other information

Technical Expertise

1. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required.

2. Strong leadership skills including communication/organizational skills, time management, coping skills, motivation, problem solving, autonomy, and supporting the team is required.

3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Budgeting and electronic

Education and Experience

1. Education: Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing; Bachelor of Science in Nursing [BSN] is required; Master's degree in Nursing [MSN} or other field [MBA, MHA, MPH, etc.) is required or obtained within 3 years of hire

2. Licensure: Currently licensed to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse in the State of Ohio is required.

3. Certification: Current Health Care Provider BLS training from the American Heart Association is required.

• If assigned to general care units, PEARS is required.
• If assigned to critical care units, PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required
• If assigned to ED, Surgical Services, Sedation Services, Transitional Care/Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, and Transport, within 1 year of date of hire PALS, ACLS, TNCC, and/or NRP is required.
• Relevant professional nursing certification, preferred

4. Years of relevant experience: Minimum 5 years of nursing experience required.

5. Years of supervisory experience: Minimum 3 years leadership experience preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite