Emergency Department Nurse Manager (RN)
Full-Time | Evening/Night Shift | Florida
Compensation: $42.36–$61.50/hour | Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance Considered
Position Overview
LeaderStat is seeking an experienced Emergency Department Nurse Manager to join a Level II Trauma Center in Florida. This leadership position supports the Director of Emergency Services in overseeing daily department operations, staff performance, patient care quality, and overall operational efficiency.
This is a secondary management position specifically designed to provide leadership and support to the evening and night shift teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in emergency nursing, proven leadership experience, and the ability to manage a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency department.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily Emergency Department operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
- Support the Director of Emergency Services in achieving departmental goals related to quality improvement, patient satisfaction, productivity, and financial performance.
- Provide direct leadership, coaching, and support to nursing staff, particularly during evening and night shifts.
- Manage staffing, scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation to maintain operational efficiency.
- Monitor staff performance, promote accountability, and support professional development.
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and patient safety requirements.
- Collaborate with physicians, hospital leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes.
- Assist with departmental budgeting, cost containment, and productivity initiatives.
- Address patient concerns, staff challenges, and operational issues in a timely and professional manner.
- Promote a positive work environment focused on teamwork, clinical excellence, and employee engagement.
Required Qualifications
- Active Florida RN license or eligible Compact RN license.
- Minimum 3 years of clinical Emergency Department nursing experience in an acute care hospital setting (required).
- Emergency Department leadership experience required, including experience as a Charge Nurse, Clinical Coordinator, Nursing Administrative Supervisor, or Nurse Manager.
- Experience working in a high-acuity emergency department preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, critical thinking, and conflict-resolution skills.
- Must be comfortable working a flexible schedule that includes evenings and nights.
Required Certifications
The following certifications must be current or obtained within the specified timeframes:
- BLS: Within 30 days of employment.
- ACLS: Within 30 days of employment.
- PALS: Within 30 days of employment.
- NRP: Within 90 days of employment.
- ENPC: Within 60 months of employment.
- CPI: Within 90 days of employment.
- TNCC: Within 6 months of employment.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $42.36–$61.50, based on experience.
- Annual Base Salary: Approximately $88,109–$127,920, based on a 40-hour workweek.
- Sign-On Bonus: Considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis, subject to approval.
- Competitive benefits package.
- Opportunity to advance your nursing leadership career in a Level II Trauma Center.
Schedule & Reporting Structure
- Schedule: Full-time, flexible evenings/nights.
- Shift Focus: Supporting evening and overnight Emergency Department operations.
- Reports To: Director of Emergency Services.
- Leadership Structure: Secondary ED Manager providing additional management coverage and support to night staff.
Interested in Learning More?
If you're an experienced Emergency Department RN leader looking for an opportunity to make an impact, we'd like to hear from you.
Contact David with LeaderStat to discuss the position, compensation, and next steps.
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