Temporary Nurse Manager - Pediatrics

Yale University; Connecticut; On-site; USD 82,000 - 132,000; Part time

Job summary

Yale University in New Haven seeks a Pediatrics Clinical Manager to oversee daily operations and clinical delivery in the Pediatrics Department. This role ensures safe, high-quality pediatric care across a busy ambulatory setting, guiding a team of RNs, MAs, and support staff while maintaining regulatory readiness.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN with at least 3 years of pediatric nursing and leadership experience, strong EMR skills (Epic preferred), and a proven track record in staffing,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing and three years of nursing experience or equivalent.
• Leadership experience in a pediatric or ambulatory setting.
• Current Connecticut RN license and regulatory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate nursing practice quality and supervise clinical staff.
• Manage budget, staffing, and departmental resources.
• Ensure regulatory readiness, infection control, and patient safety.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Nursing leadership

Staff supervision

Regulatory compliance

EMR (Epic)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing or related field

Tools

EMR (Epic)

Budgeting software

Job description

Working at Yale means contributing to a better tomorrow. Whether you are a current resident of our New Haven-based community, eligible for opportunities through the New Haven Hiring Initiative, or a newcomer, interested in exploring all that Yale has to offer, your talents and contributions are welcome. Discover your opportunities at Yale!

Overview

The Pediatrics Clinical Manager provides daily operational and clinical oversight for Yale Health’s Pediatrics Department, which manages approximately 24,000 patient visits annually. The Manager ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality pediatric care delivery, consistent with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the Pediatrics Department, ensuring smooth patient flow and timely access to care.
• Supervise and support a multidisciplinary team of approximately 15 direct reports, including 9 RNs, 4 MAs, 1 Senior Administrative Assistant, and per diem staff.
• Coordinate daily staffing assignments, schedules, and coverage to maintain patient safety and service access.
• Oversee vaccine management, medication administration, and CLIA-waived testing in compliance with DPH, CDC, and Joint Commission standards.
• Monitor adherence to infection control, patient identification, and time-out procedures.
• Serve as the onsite clinical leader for troubleshooting, problem resolution, and support to staff and providers.
• Conduct performance evaluations, mentor staff, and support professional development.
• Ensure ongoing regulatory readiness and participate in all quality improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with providers, leadership, and ancillary departments to optimize patient care and workflow.
• Manage departmental budgets, supply ordering, and resource allocation.

• Oversees interviewing, hiring and onboarding an orientation for all new support staff hires (RN, MA, per diem and SAA roles).
• Track and monitor departmental data and reporting, identifying trends and working with department leadership and key stakeholders to plan for interventions and communications as needed
• Coordinate and facilitate department meetings, team and role based huddles, meetings and 1:1 check ins and communications. Set agendas and organize all communications

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field required; Master’s degree (MSN, MHA, MPH, or equivalent) preferred.
• Current Connecticut RN license required.
• Minimum 5 years of pediatric or ambulatory clinical experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and interpersonal communication skills.
• Excellent decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• In-depth knowledge of pediatric care operations, vaccine management, and infection control.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and lead teams effectively in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in EMR systems (Epic preferred).

Principal Responsibilities

1. Evaluates the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice and nursing services multi specialty physician practices. Assign responsibilities and duties as related to appropriate licensure and experience of staff member. 2. Analyzes internal and external data and information to identify opportunities for improving services, patient outcomes and patient satisfaction. 3. Evaluates staff performance based on professional practice standards and development. Conduct performance evaluations and implement corrective actions in order to promote a productive and healthy work environment. 4. Provides leadership, guidance and direction to clinical staff. Collaborate with nursing staff at all levels. Bases decisions and actions on ethical principles and fosters a non-discriminatory environment. 5. Interviews, hires, and trains clinical staff. Ensures all clinical staff maintains required training skills 6. Responsible for operating within approved budget. 7. Obtains and assesses vital signs, patient history, medications and other pertinent demographic information and log all data into records according to practice policy and standards. 8. Evaluates and presents patient history and diagnosis to physician using concise and accurate verbal communication. 9. Assures all procedures for maintaining patient confidentiality are maintained per HIPAA guidelines. 10. Provides patient education about various health care topics and medications. 11. May perform other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Bachelor Degree in Nursing and three years of nursing experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.**Required License(s) or Certification(s)**Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut.

Job Posting Date

07/09/2026

Job Category

Manager

Bargaining Unit

NON

Compensation Grade

Clinical & Research

Compensation Grade Profile

Nurse Manager (25)

Salary Range

$82,000.00 - $131,500.00

Time Type

Part time

Duration Type

Temporary / Casual (Fixed Term)

Work Model

On-site

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks basedon the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. For additional information on the background check requirements and process visit “Learn about background checks” under the Applicant Support Resources section of Careers on the It’s Your Yale website.

Health Requirements

This role is a healthcare worker position. Healthcare workers (HCW) are defined as university employees working a healthcare setting who have the potential for direct or indirect exposure to patients, human research subjects or infectious materials including body substance, contaminated medical supplies, devices and equipment, surfaces, or air. HCW have specific health requirements that must be met prior to starting work, including MMR vaccine or immunity, varicella (chickenpox) vaccine or immunity, TB screening, COVID vaccine according to University policy, hepatitis B vaccine or immunity, and annual flu vaccination.

Posting Disclaimer

Salary offers are determined by a candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education in relation to the position requirements, along with the role’s grade profile and current internal and external market conditions.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring department.

The University is committed to basing judgments concerning the admission, education, and employment of individuals upon their qualifications and abilities and seeks to attract to its faculty, staff, and student body qualified persons from a broad range of backgrounds and perspectives. In accordance with this policy and as delineated by federal and Connecticut law, Yale does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment against any individual on account of that individual’s sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, disability, status as a special disabled veteran, veteran of the Vietnam era or other covered veteran.

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Note

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