Associate Nurse Manager Emergency Department

Position Overview 3+ years of recent ED registered nurse experience strongly preferred. 1+ years of recent leadership experience strongly preferred. Location: UCHealth UCHlth Emerg Aurora Central, US:CO: Aurora Department: Aurmiss Free Standing ED Work Schedule: Full Time, 80.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks) Shift: Days Pay: $42.90 - $66.50 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option Summary Assists the Nurse Manager in providing leadership at the department/unit level to enhance patient safety and optimize quality patient outcomes. Assumes delegated responsibility for oversight of unit operations and professional practice standards. Responsibilities Assists the Nurse Manager with the evaluation of staff. Assists in the development, implementation and evaluation of standards of care for the unit and the patient population. Participates in providing and monitoring staff competencies. Actively coaches and develops staff, serving as a role model by demonstrating effective communication skills and problem‑solving techniques, and by providing direct patient care. Collaborates with the CNS/Educator to meet the educational needs of the unit(s) to maintain continuity of care related to specific patient‑care requirements. Assists with managing the provision of adequate resources, including equitable distribution of work and matching of assigned provider competency to patient needs. Facilitates processes to improve patient throughput throughout the organization. Works with the Nurse Manager to identify and resolve operational, budgetary, patient, and personnel issues. Participates in the development, implementation and evaluation of patient care protocols, guidelines and strategic initiatives. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced environment and take appropriate action. Requirements Registered Nurse with Advanced Cardiac Life Support and PALS Certification. Bachelor’s in Nursing; state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN); relevant certification as determined at position level; 3 years of experience in related clinical areas. BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date; BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire. Benefits Performance bonus: 3-Year Incentive Bonus. Performance‑based pay increase: Annual Merit Pay Increase. Market reviews: annual reviews to align base pay with market standards. Medical, dental, and vision coverage. Access to 24/7 mental health and well‑being support for employees and dependents. Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources. Free Care.com membership. Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs. Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence. Employer‑provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy‑up coverage options. Employer‑provided short‑term and long‑term disability with a buy‑up coverage option. 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution. Additional 457(b) plan may be available. Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high‑deductible medical plan. UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth. Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. Other programs may qualify for up to $10,000/year pre‑paid by UCHealth or up to $5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. Access to LinkedIn Learning and internal professional development opportunities. Free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting federal student loans for forgiveness. EEO Statement UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr