Assistant Nurse Manager - CT/Vascular and Cardiology
Company: UTMB Health
Location: Galveston
Posted on: January 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: - Bachelor’s
degree in Nursing - Three years clinical experience REQUIRED
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONS: - Current RN license or
valid permit to practice professional nursing in Texas -
Certification in nursing specialty or administration JOB SUMMARY:
The Assistant Nurse Manager assists the Nurse Manager in the
achievement of the patient care unit(s) goals and objectives. This
position works in a supportive manner as a resource for the patient
care unit(s) and as a representative for the Nurse Manager.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: - Assists in the performance of the
operational aspects of a designated patient care unit(s) while
providing mentoring and leadership support to the unit(s) staff. -
Performs integral quality (length of stay, mortality, readmission,
case mix index, patient satisfaction, hospital acquired conditions
etc.) functions to support the hospital’s patient-centered and high
value core efforts. - Participates in and supports continuous
quality improvement and risk management programs at the patient
care unit(s) level. - Demonstrates a commitment to quality and
excellence. Problems are solved through critical evaluation of
data-based information and continuous improvement efforts that lead
to effective quality-based information and outcomes. Accurately
identify and diagnose an issue, identify alternatives, implement a
plan, and evaluate and communicate results. - Facilitates the
effective delivery of competent, compassionate care by monitoring
and evaluating patient care processes and outcomes on the patient
care unit(s). - Demonstrates a commitment to courteous, sincere,
and sensitive customer service. - Presents a positive and caring
attitude in all interactions with patients, visitors, staff and
physicians. Remains patient, tolerant and accepting of diversity.
Presents a positive image of himself/herself and of UTMB in all
personal and telephone interactions. - Facilitates the planning,
implementation, development, and evaluation of special projects,
programs, and research as assigned. - Communicates with staff at
all levels of the institution in a professional manner. -
Interprets to staff the application and implementation of the
philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the patient
care unit(s), department, and organization. - Identifies
appropriate internal controls for department; provides mechanisms
to monitor and enforce compliance. - Participates in the hiring
process to ensure appropriate staffing for the department. -
Mentors staff and objectively evaluates and documents performance,
taking corrective action as appropriate. - Provides feedback for
employee performance evaluations according to established
timelines. - Serves as a liaison to the Nurse Manager and may act
as Nurse Manager in the absence of Nurse Manager. - Utilizes
Assessment and Evaluation Strategies-Utilizes a variety of
strategies for the assessment and evaluation of learners in a
variety of settings, as well as domains of learning. Analyzes
assessment and evaluation data to improve professional development
activities. MARGINAL OR PERIODIC FUNCTIONS: - May share 24/7
accountability for assigned units with Nurse Manager(s). - Adheres
to internal controls and reporting structure. - Performs related
duties as required. SALARY RANGE: Salary commensurate with
experience. Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to
provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color,
religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation,
gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability,
veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional
policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction
is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes
affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and
individuals with disabilities.
Keywords: UTMB Health, Galveston , Assistant Nurse Manager - CT/Vascular and Cardiology, Healthcare , Galveston, Texas
