Assistant Nurse Manager; ANM - Surgical Services

Up to $30K Commitment Incentive Delegated certain responsibilities and authority for managing a nursing unit:
Holds staff accountable for functioning at the end of their job descriptions and initiates disciplinary action as needed.

• Participates in budget planning and cost containment plans. Coordinates, evaluates and improves nursing care. Promotes safe, cost effective quality patient care. Participates in direct patient care to patients and their families.
• Assists the Nurse Manager in evaluating, commending and providing guidance to staff. Evaluates and supervises documentation of care. Assists in providing patient, family and staff education. Performs ongoing assessment of unit needs and takes responsibilities for adjusting staffing schedule as needed.
• Assigns care to staff based on acuity of the patients and competency of staff. Demonstrates appropriate caring behavior in the workplace, treating patients, their families, visitors and staff with respect and dignity.
• Acts as liaison between patient, family and physician. Serves as communication agent between Nursing Administration and shift staff.
• Develops leadership/managerial role:
  Shows evidence of continued professional growth and fulfills annual education requirements for supervisors. Interprets policies and procedures to staff members. Facilitates needed changes in policies, procedures and protocols. Serves as a resource to staff in problem identification and solution. Impacts staff behavior for improved staff relations and patient care. Utilizes support services appropriately.
• Demonstrates active participation in the QAI process.

Minimum Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited Nursing Diploma, Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, or higher.
• BSN preferred.

• Current unrestricted RN license required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Additional certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, NRP, CPI) may be required based on unit specialty.

• Two to three years of clinical nursing experience. Specialty experience may be required based on unit/department (e.g., OR, ICU, ED).

• Previous leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Candidates with a BSN are required in Magnet-designated facilities, where professional nursing practice standards emphasize baccalaureate preparation for nurse leaders, including interim roles.

Pay Range
$43.40 - $59.68

• Full-time, 40 hours per week
  - Monday - Friday from 0645 - 1508. Backup call shifts as needed.
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ECU Health

ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital is a full-service, 117-bed acute care facility where residents of Tarboro and the surrounding communities can receive a wide range of health services close to home. As part of the ECU Health system of care, the hospital offers high quality care provided by more than 20 medical specialists, rehabilitation services, a birthing center, a cancer center, outpatient clinics and more.

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law.

We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.

For Additional Information, Please Contact

Gloria Jones, Sr Recruiter
ECU Health Talent Acquisition
Email: gloria.jones