Assistant Nurse Manager - ED Galveston
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 within 12
months of hire 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 - ED Galveston, Healthcare , Galveston, Texas
