Position Title: Clinical Nurse Manager, Emergency Department Shift: Days Compensation: $94,000-$147,000 The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles About Us Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric hospital, your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness challenges that families in our neighborhood face. Our employees deliver on our mission and achieve success by working together to provide excellent customer service and patient care. As part of Saint Anthony Hospitals commitment to providing the highest quality health care, we will be building a new state-of-the-art hospital to serve as an anchor to the Focal Point Community Campus. Learn more at focalpointchicago.org. Position Summary: The Clinical Nurse Manager, Emergency Department is responsible for the clinical, operational, and administrative leadership of the ED. This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered emergency care while supporting staff development, regulatory compliance, and efficient department operations. This role collaborates closely with physicians, hospital leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to promote safe, timely, and effective emergency services at Saint Anthony Hospital. Key Responsibilities: Essential Functions Oversee daily clinical operations of the Emergency Department Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based emergency nursing care Monitor patient flow, throughput, and adherence to triage standards Support complex or high-acuity patient care as needed Promote patient safety initiatives and quality improvement efforts Supervise and support ED nursing staff, including RNs, LPNs, and techs Lead recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations Foster a positive, team-oriented, and accountable work environment Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and overtime control Provide coaching, mentoring, and conflict resolution Ensure efficient patient throughput and reduce ED wait times Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership on workflow optimization Manage departmental budgets, staffing resources, and supply utilization Participate in disaster preparedness and emergency response planning Ensure equipment readiness and compliance with safety standards Ensure compliance with CMS, The Joint Commission, OSHA, and state regulations Monitor quality metrics such as LWBS (Left Without Being Seen), door-to-doc time, and readmissions Lead or participate in performance improvement (PI) projects Maintain accurate documentation and audit readiness Serve as liaison between ED staff, hospital administration, and medical staff Participate in hospital committees and interdisciplinary initiatives Communicate effectively with patients and families regarding care processes Support continuity of care across inpatient and outpatient settings Qualifications: (List any required knowledge, skills, experiences or training, including length of time necessary for proficiency, required to perform the job.) Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; masters preferred Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice BLS, ACLS required; PALS and TNCC preferred (or willingness to obtain) Minimum 35 years of emergency department nursing experience At least 12 years of leadership or charge nurse experience preferred Experience in a community hospital or nonprofit healthcare setting strongly preferred Strong clinical judgment in high-acuity and fast-paced environments Proven leadership and team-building skills Knowledge of ED operations, trauma protocols, and triage systems Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills Ability to manage staffing, budgets, and operational priorities Commitment to patient-centered, equitable care in a community setting To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in performance of the essential functions of this position. Problem solvingthe individual identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully and maintains confidentiality. People skillsthe individual establishes relationships quickly with all levels of employees within the organization, can maintain confidentiality, and remains open to others ideas and ways of doing things. Communicationthe individual speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; able to produce written documents and communications that provide clear expression of ideas or goals; can actively listen to gain an understanding of a situation and respond accordingly. Planning/organizingthe individual prioritizes and plans work activities and uses time efficiently. Quality controlthe individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors own work to ensure quality; ability to edit work for spelling and grammar and presents numerical data effectively. Adaptabilitythe individual adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands and can deal with frequent change, delays or unexpected events. Dependabilitythe individual is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to management direction and solicits feedback to improve performance. Benefits Comprehensive health insurance plans (medical, dental, vision) Coverage begins on your first day Employer-matched retirement plans Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Free on-site parking Why Join Saint Anthony Hospital Community-Focused, Technology-Driven: Work in a setting that combines advanced technology with a mission-driven, community-centered approach. Competitive Compensation: Receive a strong, market-aligned salary package. Innovative Environment: Be part of an exciting transformation as we transition to a new, next-generation healthcare campus. Collaborative Culture: Join a close-knit team that values communication, teamwork, and mutual support. Professional Growth: Grow your career in an organization that invests in development and continuous learning. Meaningful Impact: Serve a diverse patient population and make a real difference in their healthcare journey. Recognition Excellence: Proudly recognized as a Primary Stroke Center and a respected teaching hospital shaping future healthcare professionals.