Nurse Manager of Emergency Services

Location: Panama City, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: Evenings | 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Salary Range: $86,000–$116,000/year (DOE)

• Minimum: ~$86,000

• Midpoint (~10 yrs): ~$104,000

• Maximum (~15+ yrs): ~$116,000

Sign-On Bonus: Not offered

Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview

A high-volume Emergency Department in the Panama City region is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager of Emergency Services to lead evening-shift operations, staff performance, patient care quality, and departmental workflow.

This ED features 44 beds, manages 140–180 patients daily, and serves as a primary emergency access point for both adult and pediatric patients. The Nurse Manager oversees approximately 55.8 FTEs, working closely with the Emergency Services Director to ensure efficient operations and engaged, high-performing teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily evening-shift operations to ensure safe, high-quality emergency nursing care.

• Provide hands-on leadership including supervision, coaching, conflict resolution, and performance management.

• Develop and maintain staffing schedules in collaboration with senior leaders.

• Ensure compliance with policies, safety protocols, and competency standards.

• Support onboarding, education, precepting, and ongoing professional development for new staff.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emergency clinical practices, equipment, and trends.

• Ensure timely repair, maintenance, and readiness of ED equipment.

• Conduct and verify required quality control checks (emergency equipment, temperature logs, etc.).

• Assist with clinical procedures and direct patient care as needed.

• Utilize department data, metrics, and performance indicators to drive improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support efficient patient flow and continuity of care.

Required:

• 3–5 years of recent ED leadership experience in an acute-care hospital.

• Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma; must be enrolled in a BSN program.

• Active RN license (Florida or Compact).

• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Preferred:

• Strong communication, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Experience leading high-volume emergency departments.

Unit Details

• Beds: 44

• Daily Patient Volume: 140–180

• FTEs Overseen: ~55.8

• Reports To: Director of Emergency Services

• Reason for Vacancy: Previous manager relocated for shorter commute

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary range: $86,000–$116,000/year, based on experience.

• Relocation assistance considered case-by-case.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) with 100% employer match on 3–9%.

• Employee stock purchase plan (10% discount).

• Tuition reimbursement, certification support, dependent scholarships.

• PTO, paid family leave, short- & long-term disability.

• Behavioral health resources, financial & legal counseling, wellness programs.

• Optional supplemental benefits: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pet insurance.

Ideal For

• ED Charge RNs or Assistant Managers seeking advancement into a full Nurse Manager role.

• Leaders experienced in evening-shift operations, patient flow, and staff engagement.

• Nurse managers looking for a stable, fast-paced emergency care leadership opportunity.

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