Manager of Emergency Room RN

Independence, MO

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Location: Independence, MO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Evenings | Monday–Friday | 4:00 PM – Midnight
On-Call: Rotates every 3 weeks
Compensation: $53.12–$61.99/hr (experience-based)
Sign-On Bonus: $25,000 (2-year commitment, incremental payout)
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview

A high-volume, trauma-capable Emergency Department in Independence, MO is seeking an experienced Emergency Room Nurse Manager to provide clinical, operational, and personnel leadership.

This ED includes:

64 treatment beds
63,000+ annual visits
~180 patients per day

The ER Manager will lead paramedics, technicians, and support staff, partnering closely with nursing leadership to drive quality, throughput, and an exceptional patient experience.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee clinical, operational, financial, and personnel functions within the Emergency Department.
Manage staffing, scheduling, workflow, and performance for paramedics, techs, and ED support roles.
Ensure safe, evidence-based emergency care aligned with regulatory and organizational standards.
Serve as a clinical resource and liaison with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
Maintain departmental performance within budget; monitor quality, throughput, and patient satisfaction metrics.
Lead initiatives to improve patient safety, service excellence, and staff engagement.
Hire, train, evaluate, and support staff, ensuring consistent competency and adherence to standards.
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and best practices that support a high-functioning ED.
Provide ongoing communication, updates, and education regarding departmental priorities.

Qualifications

Required

Active RN license (Missouri or Compact).
Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma.
2+ years recent ED Charge RN experience in an acute care setting.
BLS (within 30 days of hire).
ACLS (within 90 days of hire).
ENPC (within 1 year).
TNCC (within 1 year).

Preferred

Experience managing or supporting leadership in a high-volume ED.
BSN or related bachelor's degree.
National emergency nursing certification (CEN, CPEN, TCRN, etc.).

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly Rate: $53.12–$61.99/hr (based on experience).
$25,000 Sign-On Bonus (incremental payouts).
Relocation assistance (case-by-case).
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with 100% employer match (3%–9% depending on years of service).
Employee stock purchase plan (10% discount).
Tuition reimbursement, student loan support, and certification assistance.
PTO, paid family leave, and disability coverage.
Fertility and adoption assistance; dependent scholarships.
Employee wellness, counseling, financial/legal assistance, and pet insurance.

Ideal Candidates

This role is ideal for:

ED Charge RNs ready to move into formal leadership.
Emergency nurses with strong clinical and operational management skills.
Leaders who excel in workforce management, throughput optimization, and quality improvement.

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