Emergency Department Nurse Manager (RN)

Emergency Department Nurse Manager (RN)

Independence, MO

Employment Type, Schedule, Pay

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Schedule: Evenings | Monday–Friday, 4:00 PM – 12:00 AM

• On-call rotation approximately every three weeks

• Hourly Pay Range: $53.12 – $61.99/hour (based on experience)

• Sign-On Bonus: $25,000 with a 2-year commitment (paid in structured increments)

• Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

• Reports To: Emergency Department Director

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Department Nurse Manager (RN) to provide evening-shift leadership within a high-volume, trauma-capable emergency department in Independence, Missouri.

This role is responsible for clinical, operational, and people leadership across the Emergency Department during peak evening hours. The Nurse Manager serves as a hands-on leader and clinical resource, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and operational efficiency.

This position is well-suited for an experienced ED Charge Nurse or Nurse Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced, high-acuity emergency environment.

Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Provide leadership and oversight of Emergency Department operations during evening hours

• Ensure safe, efficient, and patient-centered emergency care delivery

• Monitor patient flow, throughput, staffing, and resource utilization

• Serve as a clinical role model and escalation resource for the ED team

People Management

• Lead and support multidisciplinary ED staff, including nurses, paramedics, technicians, and support personnel

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, coaching, performance management, and corrective action as needed

• Promote engagement, accountability, and professional development within the department

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory standards

• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and service excellence initiatives

• Support staff education, competency validation, and ongoing training

Administrative & Financial Oversight

• Assist with budget awareness, staffing productivity, and operational efficiency

• Coordinate department operations with hospital leadership and ancillary departments

• Support communication and alignment between frontline staff and leadership

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Missouri or compact eligible)

• 2+ years of recent Emergency Department experience

• ED Charge Nurse experience considered; prior manager experience preferred

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or RN Diploma

• Strong clinical judgment and ability to lead in a fast-paced environment

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) within 30 days of hire

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within 90 days of hire

Required Within 1 Year of Hire

• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course)

• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive hourly leadership pay

• $25,000 sign-on bonus

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid family leave programs

• Retirement plan with employer match

• Education assistance and professional development support

• Employee wellness and financial wellbeing programs

Ideal For

• ED Charge Nurses ready to transition into formal management

• Emergency Department Nurse Managers seeking an evening leadership role

• Emergency nursing leaders who thrive in high-volume, trauma-capable settings

Keywords 

Emergency Department Nurse Manager, ER Nurse Manager, ED RN Leadership, Trauma ED Nurse Manager, Acute Care RN Manager

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