Travel Nurse RN - Manager
Cherokee, IA
American Consultants
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Emergency Room Nurse Manager- Perm- Iowa

Pay: $90,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Job description:

American Consultants is looking for a permanent ED Nurse Manager for a facility outside of Sioux Falls, IA.

The Emergency Room Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Emergency Department, ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, and efficient resource management. This leadership role combines clinical expertise with administrative and supervisory duties to lead a team of ER nurses and support staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership:
• Supervise and coordinate daily activities of the emergency nursing staff.
• Ensure optimal staffing levels and appropriate nurse-patient ratios.
• Monitor patient flow and department throughput to reduce wait times and enhance care efficiency.
• Clinical Oversight:
• Promote evidence-based practice and uphold clinical standards of care.
• Act as a clinical resource and role model for ER nursing staff.
• Respond to emergency situations and support complex clinical decision-making.
• Staff Management:
• Hire, train, mentor, and evaluate nursing and support staff.
• Schedule shifts, approve time off, and manage call-outs or staff shortages.
• Conduct performance reviews and manage disciplinary actions when needed.
• Quality & Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with all hospital policies, state and federal regulations, and accreditation standards (e.g., Joint Commission).
• Monitor quality metrics such as patient satisfaction, infection control, and adverse event reporting.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and emergency preparedness drills.
• Budget & Resource Management:
• Collaborate with finance and leadership to manage department budgets.
• Ensure appropriate supply levels and equipment maintenance.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration:
• Liaise with physicians, hospital leadership, and other departments to coordinate care and support hospital-wide initiatives.
• Participate in hospital committees and leadership meetings.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master’s Degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration preferred.
• Licensure:
• Current RN license in [State].
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certification required. TNCC preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience in emergency nursing.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Skills & Competencies:
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm and lead effectively in high-stress environments.
• Knowledge of emergency medicine protocols, triage, and trauma care.
• Proficiency in EMR systems and hospital operations software.