Assistant Nurse Manager / Ortho/Neuro Registered Nurse / RN

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

5d•$55 - $64

About The Position

The Assistant Nurse Manager, Ortho/Neuro Surgery Inpatient, is a leadership role overseeing daily clinical and operational functions to support seamless patient care across the continuum. The role leads staff, develops clinical practice, and manages patient care delivery while being accountable for team performance, quality, safety, compliance, financials, throughput, workflow, and scheduling. The Assistant Nurse Manager develops, implements, and evaluates systems that promote high-quality, cost-effective, and safe care, in partnership with the triad leadership team. The position reports to the Nurse Manager. The schedule is 11:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m., full-time at 40 hours per week, with the ability to work four 10-hour days and a rotating day off. The role supports an inclusive, collaborative workplace, staff well-being, professional development, and adherence to nursing standards, policies, and procedures. The position may involve varied physical and environmental conditions depending on the assigned work area and tasks, including patient-care exposure risks and use of personal protective equipment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN).
At least 3 years of professional nursing practice experience in an acute and/or ambulatory care setting.
At least 1 year of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience in nursing and/or a health-system role.
Valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
For management of remote clinical care team members, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) within 60 days of hire.
BLS certification.
Proven clinical leadership skills, including nursing-practice oversight and team management.
In-depth knowledge of quality assurance, performance management, and regulatory compliance.
Ability to create a positive, inclusive workplace and foster professional development.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills to resolve technical and operational challenges.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to collaborate with other healthcare professionals.

Nice To Haves

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related field.
At least 3 years of professional nursing practice experience in an acute and/or ambulatory care setting and 2 years of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience in nursing and/or a health-systems role in a complex academic health system.

Responsibilities

Foster collaboration, excellence, and mutual respect within interprofessional care teams.
Develop, manage, and evaluate team performance in alignment with organizational goals.
Educate, coach, and guide staff to support adherence to clinical standards.
Support staff onboarding, competency assessment, and ongoing professional development.
Oversee clinical and operational workflows to support patient integration and service efficiency.
Lead quality and safety initiatives aligned with organizational objectives.
Implement and monitor financial and productivity goals within the area of responsibility.
Manage staff performance, provide feedback, and address patient-care or professional-conduct issues.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
Lead continuous quality improvement through data analysis and problem-solving.
Plan, prioritize, and execute operations efficiently, anticipate resource needs, and achieve results within budget in partnership with triad leadership.
Address operational challenges and resolve issues with the triad leadership team.
Advocate for optimal resource allocation to support patient care.
Foster an inclusive and diverse workplace that values individual differences and staff well-being.
Support a healthy work environment that encourages professional growth and high staff morale.
Monitor nursing practice for adherence to established standards, policies, and procedures.
Provide ongoing education and training to nurses on clinical skills and regulatory knowledge.
Advocate for patient safety and optimal care by addressing staffing, resource, and care-delivery concerns.