Assistant Head Nurse ER

Assistant Head Nurse Emergency Department

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, a member of the MediSys Health Network, is a 384-bed community-based teaching hospital and Level I Trauma Center. We are seeking an experienced Emergency Department RN to join our night leadership team as an Assistant Head Nurse.

This is a leadership opportunity for an accomplished emergency nurse who is prepared to help lead patient care in a high-volume, high-acuity Level I Trauma environment, where clinical judgment, decisive action, and strong team leadership matter every shift.

What You'll Do

• Help lead the clinical and operational activities of the Emergency Department during the night shift.
• Coordinate nursing assignments and resources based on patient volume, acuity, trauma activity, and department needs.
• Serve as a clinical resource during trauma, emergency, and other high-acuity situations.
• Support patient flow, admissions, transfers, and efficient movement through the Emergency Department.
• Monitor patient care and reinforce nursing, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
• Provide clinical guidance, coaching, and support to nursing staff.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing leadership, and the interdisciplinary team to resolve clinical and operational issues throughout the shift.

Requirements: Current New York State RN license required. Minimum three (3) years of Emergency Department nursing experience required. BSN preferred. Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required. Charge Nurse or other demonstrated Emergency Department leadership experience preferred. Strong clinical judgment and ability to lead effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity trauma environment. Compensation & Benefits $58.21/hour + Differentials Full 1199 Union Benefits If you are an experienced Emergency Department RN who is trusted when situations become critical and you're ready to take the next step in leadership at a Level I Trauma Center, we want to hear from you. Apply today for immediate consideration. Jamaica Hospital Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.