Assistant Nurse Manager

Overview Assistant Nurse Manager – 5EW Medical-Surgical Telemetry & Stroke – Full-Time | Evening Shift Leadership (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM) 5EW is a 43-bed Medical-Surgical Telemetry and Stroke unit providing comprehensive care to adult patients with acute medical conditions, cardiac monitoring needs, and neurologic diagnoses, including stroke and transient ischemic attack (TIA). The unit serves a complex patient population requiring advanced clinical assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, and coordinated discharge planning. As a key member of the nursing leadership team, the Assistant Nurse Manager partners with the Nurse Manager, Clinical Practice Specialist, physicians, rehabilitation services, case management, and interdisciplinary teams to drive excellence in patient outcomes, staff engagement, and operational performance. Responsibilities Position Highlights Provide evening operational and clinical leadership for a high-volume 43-bed Medical-Surgical Telemetry and Stroke unit. Support nursing teams caring for patients requiring telemetry monitoring, stroke care, neurologic assessments, and management of complex medical conditions. Ensure adherence to evidence-based stroke protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality metrics related to stroke care. Collaborate with physicians, rehabilitation services, case management, and ancillary departments to optimize patient progression and discharge planning. Lead daily patient flow activities, including admissions, discharges, transfers, and capacity management. Monitor staffing, patient acuity, and operational needs in real time to ensure safe and effective care delivery. Serve as a mentor, coach, and resource for nurses, nursing support staff, and charge nurses during evening hours. Conduct leadership rounding with patients, families, and staff to identify opportunities for service recovery and continuous improvement. Support initiatives focused on reducing falls, hospital-acquired conditions, readmissions, and improving patient experience outcomes. Facilitate implementation of evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and High Reliability Organization (HRO) principles. Assist with onboarding, competency validation, succession planning, and professional development activities for nursing staff. Promote engagement in shared governance councils, certification, and professional advancement programs. Unit Priorities and Leadership Opportunities Advancing stroke program excellence and supporting achievement of organizational quality goals. Improving workforce engagement, retention, and professional development. Strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration and communication. Enhancing patient experience through leadership visibility and proactive service recovery. Supporting throughput initiatives and efficient care transitions. Driving reliability in nursing practice through standardization, coaching, and accountability. Qualifications Education & Experience - Required Bachelor of Science in Nursing required. If bachelor’s degree is not in nursing, graduate degree must be in nursing. L icensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Maryland or eligibility for licensure due to compact state agreements outlined through the Maryland Board of Nursing. Three (3) years of previous clinical experience required. Advanced certification (e.g., NE-BC, CEN, PCCN, etc.) required. Incumbents must obtain advanced certification within three (3) years of assuming the position. ACLS, BLS and/or other certifications to match patient populations served. Preferred Education, Experience & Qualifications Master’s degree Previous leadership experience as a charge nurse, clinical coordinator, assistant nurse manager, or equivalent role. Experience in Medical-Surgical, Telemetry, Progressive Care, Neuroscience, or Stroke Nursing. Demonstrated success in staff development, performance improvement, patient experience initiatives, and quality outcomes. Specialty certification such as PCCN, MEDSURG-BC, SCRN (Stroke Certified Registered Nurse), or other relevant certification preferred. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient's requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated effectiveness as a group leader and participant. Ability to collaborate with multiple members of the health care and administrative leadership team. Ability to think critically, develop conceptual designs for clinical services and plans and organize successful projects. Benefits and Compensation Compensation Pay Range: $47.00 - $70.54 Other Compensation Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr