Assistant Nurse Manager
About The Position
The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the delivery of high-quality clinical research services within the Critical Research Unit. Working closely with the Director of Clinical Operations, Medical Director, HR/Office Manager, and COO, this role helps ensure efficient unit operations, regulatory compliance, and optimal patient care. The position provides direct oversight of Clinical Research Nurses and Psychiatric Technicians, including staffing, staff development, and adherence to study protocols. The role coordinates staffing and scheduling, supports hiring and employee development, promotes quality and regulatory compliance, and oversees patient monitoring and care activities. The work is performed on-site in an indoor clinic environment and may require scheduling flexibility based on study needs and patient census. Compensation is $80,400–$99,100 per year, depending on education, experience, and skillset.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience; the posting identifies research, behavioral health, or acute care as preferred areas.
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced clinical research environment.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in scheduling and staffing coordination.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience.
- Knowledge of clinical research processes, GCP, and regulatory requirements.
Responsibilities
- Directly supervise Clinical Research Nurses and Psychiatric Technicians.
- Support hiring, onboarding, and staff retention initiatives.
- Assist with performance evaluations, coaching, corrective actions, and employee recognition programs.
- Foster a collaborative, accountable, and patient-centered team environment.
- Coordinate daily staffing assignments and scheduling for the Critical Research Unit.
- Monitor staffing levels in alignment with patient census and acuity.
- Ensure efficient workflow and appropriate resource utilization across the unit.
- Collaborate with leadership to address operational challenges and improve processes.
- Train, mentor, and coach clinical staff to ensure competency and professional growth.
- Support ongoing education initiatives and compliance training.
- Promote adherence to CenExel standards and best practices.
- Ensure staff adherence to approved research protocols, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and organizational policies.
- Support quality assurance efforts and readiness for audits and inspections.
- Monitor patient care activities to ensure safety, protocol compliance, and high-quality outcomes.
- Oversee patient monitoring activities within the unit.
- Assess and respond to patient acuity and care needs in collaboration with clinical staff.
- Ensure appropriate escalation and communication of clinical concerns.
- Support and ensure adherence to FDA Code of Federal Regulations, ICH, GCP, CenExel SOPs, site working practices, protocols, and company guidelines and policies.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- LTD
- STD
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
- Highly competitive compensation
- Generous benefits package for full-time employees after 30 days of employment
- Work environment that promotes teamwork, positive leadership, and work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
