Assistant Nurse Manager

Job Title: Assistant Nurse Manager

Work Shift: Day Shift (Regular, Full-Time)

About the Role

With a commitment to patient- and family-centered care, the Assistant Nurse Manager works in partnership with the Nurse Manager to provide clinical oversight for patient care and nursing services on their assigned unit and shift. This role promotes high-quality, evidence-based care and patient satisfaction in a fiscally responsive manner.

The Assistant Nurse Manager assists in leading daily unit operations, serving as a clinical role model, lead resource, and mentor for the patient care team. They facilitate patient care delivery through the continuum of care, participate in staff hiring and performance evaluations, and uphold nursing standards aligned with Magnet® and Shared Governance frameworks.

Compensation & Benefits

• Target Compensation Range: $48.00 – $62.00 / hour (Starting rate depends on clinical experience, education, and relevant certifications in accordance with local pay transparency standards)

• Health & Insurance: Comprehensive medical (including prescription), dental, and vision coverage; employer-paid life and AD&D insurance; short-term and long-term disability plans

• Retirement & Financial: 401(k) / Retirement plan options with employer contributions; pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

• Education & Professional Growth: Tuition assistance, including tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after qualifying service

• Time Off & Voluntary Perks: Paid time off, supplemental insurance options, and access to group discount programs

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the healthcare team to plan, direct, and coordinate nursing care consistent with organizational core values.

• Partner with patients and family care partners to deliver safe, compassionate, and culturally responsive care based on personal preferences and values.

• Participate in staff recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation, and regular performance evaluations.

• Oversee shift workflow, serve as a clinical resource for unit policies, and support effective conflict resolution.

• Develop and evaluate staffing plans, schedules, and payroll (via Smart Square) to match patient acuity while managing overtime effectively.

• Support continuous quality improvement, patient safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance standards (JCAHO, OSHA).

• Serve as a clinical role model, supporting ongoing nursing professional development, research, and council participation within a shared governance model.

• Assist in budget forecasting, cost-saving initiatives, and efficient utilization of unit resources.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) required. Master’s Degree in Nursing (MSN) preferred.

• Licensure & Certifications: Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Pennsylvania. Active AHA certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).

• Experience: Background in acute care nursing with demonstrated leadership, charge nurse, or supervisory potential (experience in a similar unit setting preferred).

• Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of care coordination, patient safety protocols, health documentation, medication administration, and discharge planning. Demonstrated effective communication skills across diverse patient populations.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Position requires standing and walking for extended periods throughout the shift.

• Ability to push, pull, lift, and transfer patients or equipment weighing up to 40–50 lbs. with proper technique and assistance as required.

• Occasional bending, kneeling, squatting, and physical capability to perform CPR when necessary.

• Classification A exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jefferson Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military/veteran status, disability, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local law. Accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities participating in the application process.