Ascension

Registered Nurse Manager Emergency Department

Ascension • $75K — $95K *
Murfreesboro, TN 37130In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Reposted 1 week ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Current Tennessee RN license required before hire.
  • BLS certification required within 30 days post-hire.
  • Advanced Life Support certification required within 180 days if in adult critical care.
  • Minimum of 3 years nursing experience required.
  • At least 1 year of leadership experience required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead strategic hiring and mentor nursing staff to foster high performance.
  • Manage daily operations and staff scheduling for efficient workflow.
  • Identify and remove barriers to enhance patient care delivery.
  • Ensure compliance with clinical safety standards and regulations.
  • Oversee departmental budget and resource allocation for optimal function.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance plan available.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional development.
  • Supportive work environment fostering teamwork.
  • Access to advanced medical technology and resources.
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Murfreesboro, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Rutherford

Department: Emergency Department

Schedule: Full-Time | Day

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Cultivate a High-Performing Care Team: Lead the full talent lifecycle, from strategic hiring to personalized mentorship, ensuring every nurse is empowered, trained, and aligned with our mission of compassionate care.
  • Optimize Unit Workflow and Resources: Direct daily operations and staff scheduling to ensure the department is always prepared to respond to fluctuating patient volumes with agility and excellence.
  • Resolve Barriers to Patient Care: Identify and eliminate operational "bottlenecks" in real-time, creating a seamless environment where your team can focus entirely on patient outcomes and safety.
  • Ensure Clinical and Regulatory Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance within the unit, protecting both our patients and our clinicians through rigorous adherence to accreditation requirements.
  • Steward Departmental Health: Manage the unit budget and expenditures with a strategic eye, ensuring your team has the necessary tools, technology, and supplies to provide world-class emergency services.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted. Required if working in adult critical care setting.


Education:

  • Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking

  • Must have previous ER experience
  • Must have prior RN Manager experience
  • Trauma experience is a plus!


Responsibilities

  • Cultivate a High-Performing Care Team: Lead the full talent lifecycle, from strategic hiring to personalized mentorship, ensuring every nurse is empowered, trained, and aligned with our mission of compassionate care.
  • Optimize Unit Workflow and Resources: Direct daily operations and staff scheduling to ensure the department is always prepared to respond to fluctuating patient volumes with agility and excellence.
  • Resolve Barriers to Patient Care: Identify and eliminate operational "bottlenecks" in real-time, creating a seamless environment where your team can focus entirely on patient outcomes and safety.
  • Ensure Clinical and Regulatory Excellence: Uphold the highest standards of safety and compliance within the unit, protecting both our patients and our clinicians through rigorous adherence to accreditation requirements.
  • Steward Departmental Health: Manage the unit budget and expenditures with a strategic eye, ensuring your team has the necessary tools, technology, and supplies to provide world-class emergency services.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted.
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted. Required if working in adult critical care setting.


Education:

  • Required professional licensure/certification AND 3 years of experience and 1 year of cumulative leadership experience required.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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