Nurse Manager - Emergency - F/T Day

Description Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better—advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. The Nurse Manager is the designated leader responsible for the provision of high‑quality nursing care that is compliant with federal, state, and local regulations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to 24/7 accountability for the assigned unit(s), daily operations, interprofessional collaboration, execution of policies & procedures, financial management, development of strategic projects, support of growth and the patient and staff experience. The Nurse Manager assesses, plans, implements, monitors, and evaluates nursing practice and the nursing care delivery system with direct supervision of front‑line staff. Responsibilities Participate in the development, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care and goals and objectives as they relate to patient care, quality, and organizational initiatives. Manage day‑to‑day operations and ensure all team members are knowledgeable in emergency/disaster response policies and procedures, with unit‑specific response plans as needed. Monitor nursing standards of practice, policies, procedures, protocols, and guidelines to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory agencies. Develop, plan, evaluate, and consistently monitor budgetary and financial priorities as they relate to the function and delivery of patient care for the service line, including payroll and scheduling. Promote cost‑effective use of organizational resources, consistently supporting financial objectives and targets while managing acuity workload, volume, variable staffing plans, productivity, variance analysis, budget preparation, and equipment/supply management. Demonstrate leadership skills by establishing and maintaining mutually supportive partners in care, displaying effective communication, coaching, and mentoring of team members. Supervise, plan, evaluate, and monitor educational programs, evidence‑based practice, and support team members in collaboration with the Department of Education, ensuring participation as required. Support the Magnet Program Director and Magnet program by ensuring the support of a shared governance model, collection of data, writing of exemplars, and coordination of the document as requested. Prioritize organizational goals and incorporate them into standard work, up to and including leading and/or participating in committee work with clear performance improvement goals that are consistent with the mission, vision, and philosophy of nursing and the organization. Professionally review complaints or opportunities for improvement with timely follow‑up to the appropriate department, up to and including service recovery efforts with patients and/or families, administration, or regulatory agencies. Perform other duties as assigned by leadership. Adhere to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). Three (3) years' experience as a Registered Nurse. Five years of emergency department experience. Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing patient needs, a strong sense of accountability for improving the lives of our patients and their caregivers, an exceptional focus on teamwork, dedication to ongoing education, and the passion to deliver the highest quality of care based on a strong sense of patient focus. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred Master's degree in a relevant field. National certification in the area of specialty preferred when eligible. Three (3) years' progressive leadership experience. Licenses and Certifications Required NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification. ACLS, PALS, CEN required. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health