Job Description

Overview

A high-volume Emergency Department in the Panama City region is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager of Emergency Services to lead evening-shift operations, staff performance, patient care quality, and departmental workflow.

This ED features 44 beds , manages 140–180 patients daily , and serves as a primary emergency access point for both adult and pediatric patients. The Nurse Manager oversees approximately 55.8 FTEs , working closely with the Emergency Services Director to ensure efficient operations and engaged, high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily evening-shift operations to ensure safe, high-quality emergency nursing care.

• Provide hands-on leadership including supervision, coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management.

• Develop and maintain staffing schedules in collaboration with senior leaders.

• Ensure compliance with policies, safety protocols, and competency standards.

• Support onboarding, education, precepting, and ongoing professional development for new staff.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emergency clinical practices, equipment, and trends.

• Ensure timely repair, maintenance, and readiness of ED equipment.

• Conduct and verify required quality control checks (emergency equipment, temperature logs, etc.).

• Assist with clinical procedures and direct patient care as needed.

• Utilize department data, metrics, and performance indicators to drive improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support efficient patient flow and continuity of care.

Qualifications

Required:

• 3–5 years of recent ED leadership experience in an acute-care hospital.

• Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma; must be enrolled in a BSN program.

• Active RN license (Florida or Compact).

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred:

• Strong communication, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Experience leading high-volume emergency departments.

Additional Information

Unit Details

• Beds: 44

• Daily Patient Volume: 140–180

• FTEs Overseen: ~55.8

• Reports To: Director of Emergency Services

• Reason for Vacancy: Previous manager relocated for shorter commute

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $86,000–$116,000/year , based on experience.

• Relocation assistance considered case-by-case.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) with 100% employer match on 3–9%.

• Employee stock purchase plan (10% discount).

• Tuition reimbursement, certification support, dependent scholarships.

• PTO, paid family leave, short- & long-term disability.

• Behavioral health resources, financial & legal counseling, wellness programs.

• Optional supplemental benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pet insurance.

Ideal For

• ED Charge RNs or Assistant Managers seeking advancement into a full Nurse Manager role.

• Leaders experienced in evening-shift operations, patient flow, and staff engagement.

• Nurse managers looking for a stable, fast-paced emergency care leadership opportunity.

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