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Sutter Health

Emergency Department Nurse Manager

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$191K - $305K/yr

Manages and provides overall operational and clinical nursing leadership to an inpatient department ... ENPC-Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course Department, Emergency Department: NIHSS-National Institutes ...

Sutter Health

Emergency Department Nurse Manager

Vallejo, CA · On-site

$191K - $305K/yr

Manages and provides overall operational and clinical nursing leadership to an inpatient department ... ENPC-Emergency Nurse Pediatric Course Department, Emergency Department: NIHSS-National Institutes ...

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for emergency department nurse manager in the United States is $47.67, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.45 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an emergency department nurse manager?

An Emergency Department (ED) Nurse Manager is a registered nurse responsible for overseeing the daily operations of an emergency department. They manage nursing staff, ensure patient care standards, coordinate with other healthcare professionals, and handle administrative tasks like budgeting and scheduling. Their role is crucial in maintaining a high-quality, efficient, and safe environment for both patients and staff. Additionally, they play a key part in implementing protocols, improving patient flow, and addressing any challenges that arise in a fast-paced emergency setting.

What are the primary responsibilities of an emergency department nurse manager?

An Emergency Department Nurse Manager typically oversees nursing staff scheduling, monitors patient care quality, coordinates with physicians and hospital administrators, and ensures regulatory compliance within the department. They regularly evaluate workflows, handle staff training and mentorship, and address any immediate issues or escalations arising from patient care situations. Collaboration is key, as Nurse Managers work closely with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and department efficiency. The role balances hands-on administrative duties with clinical oversight, and no two weeks are exactly alike given the unpredictable nature of emergency healthcare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an emergency department nurse manager?

To thrive as an Emergency Department Nurse Manager, you need extensive clinical nursing experience, strong leadership abilities, and a BSN or MSN degree—often accompanied by RN licensure and advanced certifications like CEN or ACLS. Familiarity with hospital information systems, electronic health records (EHR), and workforce scheduling tools is commonly required. Outstanding communication, conflict resolution, and crisis management skills help differentiate top candidates in this role. These qualifications and interpersonal strengths are crucial to effectively overseeing staff, maintaining patient safety, and ensuring smooth department operations in a high-pressure environment.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Department Nurse Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,153 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Emergency Department Nurse Manager

Waterbury Hospital

Waterbury, CT

Full-time

Posted 23 days ago

Waterbury Hospital rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

166th of 1,064 rated hospitals

Job description

Scope of Position:

UConn Health Waterbury Hospital is seeking an experienced and dynamic Emergency Department Nurse Manager to provide clinical and operational leadership within our Emergency Department. The Nurse Manager will partner with the Director to ensure the delivery of safe, effective, high-quality, and efficient patient care services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

This position provides leadership to nursing staff and serves as a key partner to physicians, clinical leaders, and interdisciplinary teams. The Nurse Manager will be responsible for managing unit resources, supporting workforce and staffing needs, promoting patient safety and quality outcomes, and ensuring operations align with the hospital's mission, goals, and objectives.

The ideal candidate is a collaborative and visible nursing leader who thrives in a fast-paced emergency care environment and is committed to developing teams, improving patient outcomes, and creating an exceptional patient and staff experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide clinical and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

  • Manage staffing, scheduling, resources, and daily operations to support 24/7 department needs.

  • Lead, coach, mentor, and develop nursing staff while promoting engagement, accountability, and professional growth.

  • Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to promote effective patient care, communication, and patient flow.

  • Monitor quality, safety, regulatory compliance, and patient care outcomes.

  • Support recruitment, onboarding, retention, competency development, and performance management.

  • Manage departmental resources responsibly and promote fiscal accountability.

  • Identify and implement opportunities to improve patient care, efficiency, patient experience, and department performance.

  • Collaborate with the Director and organizational leaders to achieve departmental and hospital goals.

  • Serve as a visible nursing leader and promote a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and patient-centered care.

Required Qualifications

  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Connecticut or license eligible.

  • BSN or bachelor's degree in a related field required.

  • Minimum of five (5) years of acute care nursing experience.

  • Demonstrated leadership experience.

  • Current managerial/supervisory experience preferred.

  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.

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