ASSISTANT MANAGER: EMERGENCY SERVICES

Shift: Full Time Days, Primarily Mon-Fri, other coverage as needed
Department: Emergency Services
Compensation:

* Base Pay Range: $90,251 - $147,285/year based on experience

ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a passion for fostering a collaborative and patient-centered environment. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting, with a strong commitment to excellence in both patient care and team development. We value innovative thinkers who can apply research and evidence-based practices to drive continuous improvement and elevate care standards. Strong interpersonal skills, an ability to mentor and inspire staff, and a keen eye for operational efficiency are essential. If you are dedicated to delivering high-quality care, championing a positive work culture, and influencing measurable outcomes, we encourage you to apply and join our exceptional team!

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 90 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

Learn more about MU Health Care.

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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

* See a comprehensive list of benefits here.

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Assist in developing and managing department budgets with physician partners, finance, and leadership. Help monitor and control expenditures to stay within budget and use resources efficiently.

Support ensuring appropriate 24-hour staffing based on patient acuity and staff skills, addressing the diverse needs of the patient population.

Apply research and evidence-based practices to support process improvements and assist in the Shared Governance model to enhance care delivery and outcomes.

Help foster a culture where staff are accountable for implementing policies and providing excellent patient-centered care.

Assist in interviewing, hiring, and onboarding new staff. Support performance evaluations, recommend promotions, and handle disciplinary actions as needed. Regularly assess staff competency and provide coaching for development.

Help maintain care standards according to regulatory and professional

guidelines, ensuring staff compliance with accrediting bodies and legal

requirements.

Work to enhance satisfaction for both internal and external customers by

addressing and resolving patient and family concerns effectively.

Assist in evaluating clinical practice quality and effectiveness using internal

and external data to identify improvement opportunities, collaborating with key stakeholders.

Support the development and monitoring of systems to achieve and maintain expected metrics and outcomes, including patient and employee satisfaction, financial performance, and quality measures.

Maintain clinical nursing competencies for assigned areas of responsibility.

Manage the development, coordination, and maintenance of daily staffing

schedules to ensure the appropriate level of coverage and continuity of care.

Monitor and oversee time and attendance in alignment with MU Health Care policies and practices, ensuring accuracy of records and timely approval for payroll purposes.

May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department

documents.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Missouri Board of Nursing RN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state RN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state RNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree.

Three (3) years of nursing experience in a hospital setting.

One (1) year of managerial or supervisory experience, to include charge nursing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in a business, healthcare, or a related field.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring

department.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. The employee may be required ambulate, remain in a stationary position and position self to reach and/or move objects above the shoulders and below the knees. The employee may be required to move objects up to 10 lbs.