This position is responsible for coordinating the daily operations of a designated nursing department under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, providing both clinical and administrative leadership and expertise. The role supports the Nurse Manager in ensuring regulatory readiness, quality outcomes, and operational excellence.

The position contributes to the department’s strategic planning efforts and promotes alignment with organizational goals through implementation of evidence-based care models, championing best practices, and leading change initiatives. Additionally, the role fosters professional growth and engagement by mentoring staff, encouraging ongoing education and certification, and participating in the organization’s shared governance structure. Active involvement in professional organizations is encouraged to support the advancement of nursing practice at local, regional, and national levels.

At UHS, Every Connection Matters. We believe that every interaction—whether with a patient, family member, or colleague—is an opportunity to make a difference. As an Assistant Nurse Manager, you'll play a key role in building meaningful connections that drive excellence, compassion, and innovation.

Job Responsibilities

Leadership & Supervision

• Provides supervision to direct reports as assigned by the Nurse Manager and Director of Nursing

• Completes annual performance appraisals, including the establishment of individual development goals

• Provides leadership support during off-shifts, ensuring coverage and cross-over across all shifts

• Mentors staff in conflict resolution and promotes a culture of professional communication

• Offers both formal and informal feedback to support team learning and development

Operational & Clinical Oversight

• Assists the Nurse Manager with:

  • Unit-level onboarding processes

  • Annual credentialing compliance

  • Monitoring and achieving quality outcomes

  • Regulatory readiness and ongoing survey preparedness

  • Developing care delivery models that promote safe, evidence-based, equitable care

Change Management & Innovation

• Acts as a change advocate by guiding staff through transitions and helping to foster acceptance and adaptation

• Champions the adoption of best practices, new processes, and initiatives at both the unit and organizational levels

Strategic Alignment & Professional Practice

• Supports the Nurse Manager in aligning unit goals with broader departmental and organizational objectives

• Supports, promotes, and role models standards of nursing and leadership professional practice

• Encourages staff engagement in professional development, continuing education, and certification

• Contributes to the department’s professional growth by participating in shared governance at both the unit and organizational levels

Professional Engagement & Advocacy

• Contributes to the advancement of the nursing profession through active involvement in professional organizations at the local, regional, or national level

Position Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Up to three (3) years of Nursing experience
• Up to three (3) years of directly related experience
• Master's Degree in Nursing is preferred

License and/or Certification

• Current New York State Registered Nurse License

Work Environment

• Work is performed in an office environment and patient care areas which require working in proximity to other employees and patients. Rooms are air conditioned and heated.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.
• Fast paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• PPE (Eyewear, Masks, Face shields, Shoe covers, and Gloves) as required by UHS Hospitals Infection Control policies.
• Employees are required to have reasonable access to transportation to meet work requirements made in the ordinary course of business in a timely and efficient manner.

Age of Patients Served

• All Age Groups

HIPAA Roles-Based Access to Patient Information

• Level 4: All-Access to all patient information