Local Contract Emergency Department Nurse Manager - $70-81 per hour

ProKatchers is seeking a local contract nurse RN Manager, ED - Emergency Department Manager for a local contract nursing job in Brooklyn, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, evenings
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Job Title: Nurse Manager – Emergency Department (ED)
Location: Brooklyn, NY 11213

Duration: 3+ Months
Contract Type: Contract
Start Date: 09/14/2026
Shift: Evening (3:00 PM – 11:00 PM)
Schedule: 5x8s | 40 Hours/Week
 

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Emergency Department to provide 24-hour operational and clinical leadership for the Emergency Department. The Nurse Manager will oversee staffing, patient care, quality improvement, employee development, and departmental operations while ensuring the delivery of exceptional emergency care in a collaborative environment.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Nursing (Required – Must be completed)
• Current New York State Registered Nurse (RN) License
• Minimum 5 years of Emergency Department nursing management and/or supervisory experience
• Minimum 1 year of EPIC experience
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage staffing, departmental operations, quality initiatives, and performance improvement
• Weekend and holiday coverage as needed

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day clinical and operational management of the Emergency Department.
• Develop staffing schedules and ensure appropriate unit coverage.
• Monitor departmental performance, productivity, patient satisfaction, and quality metrics.
• Oversee staff orientation, education, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborate with nursing leadership to maintain clinical standards and regulatory compliance.
• Investigate and resolve patient, physician, and staff concerns.
• Lead quality improvement initiatives and support evidence-based practice.
• Conduct staff meetings and foster a collaborative, patient-centered culture.
• Ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality care environment for patients and staff.

Position Highlights:

• Master's Degree Required
• ED Leadership Experience Required
• EPIC Experience (1+ Year) Required

Required Certifications: New York State RN License BLS ACLS PALS

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