Job Details

We are seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager - 5A Stepdown Unit - Christiana Hospital to support the Nurse Manager in the overall administrative direction for the clinical practice of nursing and the delivery of high quality and cost effective care for all patients and families associated with this patient care unit. Shares 24-hour responsibility and accountability for all aspect of daily operations with the Nurse Manager.

Highlights:
Step onto the leadership tract!
We offer competitive pay, robust healthcare benefits, 403b, tuition reimbursement and generous paid time off.
You will have an opportunity to make a direct impact on the lives of people in our community.

Responsibilities:

• In this role you will assist the Nurse Manager in the overall administrative direction for the clinical practice of nursing and delivery of high quality and efficient care to all patients utilizing the services of this area.
• Shares 24-hour responsibility and accountability for all aspects of daily operational activity.
• Directly supervises nursing and technical personnel: Assesses proficiency of staff, Oversees daily staffing and scheduling needs of the department,
• evaluates staff performance, Counsels staff members when performance issues are identified.
• Participates in all hiring, promotion, salary adjustment, and termination decisions. Functions as a highly transparent role model, demonstrating quality expertise and professional behaviors which support professional development of staff and the strategic goals of Christiana Care Health System.
• Identifies and develops strategies to improve the overall knowledge base and professionalism of staff.
• Directs, mentors and supports all level of staff on the floor.
• Identifies potential future leaders and engages in succession planning.
• Analyzes administrative and operational functions; implements appropriate changes and system wide improvements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Nursing required. Master's required within 3 years.
• RN required. Progressive Care or Intensive Care experience required.
• 5 years appropriate clinical and leadership experience.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred
• Current Professional Nursing Certification required.

Hours: This position is Full Time. Flexible to work Day, Evening and Night shifts. Weekend and Holiday requirements per the guideline of the department.

Hourly Pay Range: $52.97 - $84.75This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Oct 1, 2025

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/