Assistant Nurse Manager

Position OverviewUnited Health Services is looking for a dynamic Assistant Nurse Manager to help lead our Emergency Department team. This role is responsible for coordinating daily operations under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, providing both clinical and administrative leadership to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care.

At UHS, we believe that every connection matters—from the way we support our patients in critical moments to how we empower our teams to grow and succeed. If you're ready to contribute to strategic planning, drive departmental goals, and lead with empathy in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to make a meaningful impact where every connection truly counts.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit:

Emergency Department, UHS Wilson Medical Center

Primary Work Shift:

Rotational

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Compensation Range:

$ $73.86 per hour, depending on experience

-----

Sign-On Incentives:

Up to a $15,000 sign-on bonus for candidates who meet eligibility criteria. Talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Job Responsibilities:

• Coordinate daily unit operations under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, ensuring smooth clinical workflows and administrative efficiency

• Support onboarding and annual credentialing of nursing staff, maintaining compliance with organizational standards and quality benchmarks

• Assist with regulatory readiness, ensuring the unit meets all accreditation and compliance requirements

• Supervise assigned direct reports, providing guidance, support, and oversight in alignment with departmental goals

• Conduct annual performance appraisals, setting individualized development goals and fostering professional growth

• Act as a change advocate, helping staff navigate transitions and adopt new practices with resilience and adaptability

• Champion best practices and new initiatives, promoting innovation and continuous improvement at both unit and organizational levels

• Participate in professional governance, contributing to nursing leadership and decision-making across UHS

• Provide leadership support during off shifts, ensuring continuity of care and communication across all hours

• Mentor staff in conflict resolution, promoting a culture of respectful, professional communication

• Collaborate on care delivery models, helping design systems that are safe, evidence-based, and equitable

• Encourage ongoing education and certification, supporting staff in achieving professional excellence and career advancement

Position Qualifications:

Minimum Required

• Bachelors degree in Nursing
• Up to three (3) years of Nursing experience
• Up to three (3) years of directly related experience
• Current New York State Registered Nurse License

Preferred

• Masters in Nursing

-----

Why You'll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That's why we're intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we're here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

​Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we're here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

​Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

​A Place to Call Home – Located in New York's Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

-----

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York's Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region's population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers. 

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we'd love for you to consider joining us

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

-----

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found

---