Emergency Room Nurse Manager

Location: Parkridge Soddy-Daisy Freestanding ER - 9402 Reco Dr, Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379

Overview

We are on the lookout for an Emergency Room Nurse Manager to join our team at the Freestanding ER in Soddy Daisy. Our organization is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for individuals. Bring your leadership expertise and help us make a meaningful impact!

Benefits

Our organization provides a comprehensive rewards package designed to support the health, lifestyle, career, and retirement of our employees. The benefits include:

• Extensive medical coverage that includes many common services at little to no cost. This encompasses prescription drug and mental health services, along with complimentary telemedicine and AirMed medical transport.
• Options for dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health plans (such as accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal assistance, long-term care coverage, moving support, pet insurance, and more.
• Access to free counseling services and resources aimed at emotional, physical, and financial wellness.
• A 401(k) plan with a 100% match on contributions ranging from 3% to 9% based on tenure.
• An Employee Stock Purchase Plan offering a 10% discount on company stock.
• Family support options, including fertility and family-building benefits through Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for childcare, eldercare, pet care, home and auto repairs, event planning, and more.
• Consumer discounts available through Abenity and other platforms.
• Retirement planning assistance, rollover services, and preferred banking partnerships.
• Educational support including tuition assistance, student loan help, certification support, and scholarships for dependents.
• A colleague recognition program.
• A Time Away From Work Program that includes paid time off, paid family leave, short- and long-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• An Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage for eligible full-time and part-time employees based on income.

Note: Benefit eligibility may differ by location.

We are looking for an innovative Freestanding Emergency Room Manager to join our team. Our organization collaborates with Harvard Pilgrim Institute and the CDC, utilizing data from over 26 million patient encounters annually to influence the healthcare sector. Join us in advancing your career!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Emergency Room Nurse Manager is responsible for ensuring high-quality, patient-focused care by overseeing the daily operations and staffing of the unit. This role involves monitoring and assessing nursing care in line with established policies and holding staff accountable for clinical outcomes that align with facility goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop a strong clinical identity by implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and quality outcomes while ensuring compliance with care standards.
• Exhibit knowledge of human growth and development, assessment techniques, treatment options, and care for patients across various age groups.
• Oversee staffing needs and personnel management, including the recruitment, hiring, and training of new team members.
• Supervise patient care within the unit, providing ongoing support and expertise to staff.
• Perform duties in accordance with unit-specific care standards, validated through a competency skills checklist.
• Ensure optimal workflow by maintaining appropriate staffing levels.
• Coordinate all unit activities, including safety protocols, unit objectives, and departmental operations.
• Address patient, visitor, or physician complaints promptly and professionally.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to department staff.
• Collaborate with other departments to enhance patient care delivery.

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing or a nursing diploma is required; a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing is preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Tennessee or a compact state is required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of starting employment.
• A minimum of 1 year of relevant clinical leadership experience is required.

Our facility is a 270+ bed hospital located near downtown Chattanooga, offering a wide range of diagnostic, medical, and surgical services. These include cardiovascular surgery, cancer treatment, intensive care, orthopedic and spine surgery, and rehabilitation. We also feature a state-of-the-art neurosurgery program, OB-GYN services, and a level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), along with behavioral health treatment centers for both children and adults.

‘There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.’ - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
Co-Founder

Become part of our family, which includes over 180 hospitals and approximately 2,000 care sites, as we strive for excellence and enhance the quality of care for over 35 million patients each year.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.