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Nurse Manager (RN) – Emergency Department

Trinity Health Of New England
Hartford, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 7/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026
Employment Type:
Full time

Shift:
Day Shift

Description:
Lead One of Connecticut’s Premier Emergency Departments
Saint Francis Hospital& Medical Center is seeking an experienced and dynamicNurse Manager to lead our high-performingEmergency Department. This leadership opportunity is ideal for a passionate nursing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to delivering exceptional patient care, supporting clinical excellence, and developing high-performing teams.

As a Nurse Manager, you will play a critical role in driving operational success, fostering staff engagement, ensuring regulatory compliance, and advancing patient outcomes within one of the region's leading healthcare organizations.

What You'll Do

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department.
  • Lead staffing, recruitment, onboarding, training, scheduling, and performance management initiatives.
  • Foster a positive, collaborative culture that supports employee engagement and professional development.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, infection prevention, and patient safety standards, including DPH and The Joint Commission requirements.
  • Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to promote high-quality, patient-centered care and exceptional clinical outcomes.
  • Drive quality improvement initiatives, patient experience strategies, and department performance goals.
  • Manage departmental operations, resources, and workflow to ensure efficient and effective patient care delivery.
  • Champion a culture of safety, accountability, compassion, and excellence.
Qualifications
Required

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
  • Active and unrestricted Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license.
  • Proven nursing leadership experience in anEmergency Department setting, including roles such as:
  • Nurse Manager
  • Assistant Nurse Manager
  • Comparable Emergency Department leadership positions
  • Strong preference for current or recent experience in aLevel 1 Trauma Center Emergency Department.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, improve operational performance, and drive patient care excellence.
Preferred

  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN).
  • Five (5) or more years of combined Emergency Department clinical and leadership experience.
  • Charge Nurse experience with significant responsibility for staff coordination, patient flow, clinical oversight, and operational leadership.
  • TNCC certification strongly preferred.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate is a collaborative and influential leader who excels in a high-volume Emergency Department environment. They possess a strong clinical foundation, a commitment to mentoring and developing nursing talent, and a passion for advancing quality, safety, and patient experience initiatives.

Why Join Saint Francis Hospital?

  • Lead within a nationally recognizedLevel 1 Trauma Center
  • Influence patient care outcomes in a high-acuity emergency setting
  • Work alongside exceptional physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams
  • Be part ofTrinity Health Of New England, one of the nation's largest Catholic healthcare systems
  • Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, leadership development, and career advancement
Salary Range: $100,776 – $161,200
Compensation is based on experience, education, skills, and qualifications. As an exempt position under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), pay will be provided as a salary equivalent within the stated range. Compensation may vary based on experience and internal equity considerations.

About Saint Francis Hospital& Medical Center
Founded in 1897,Saint Francis Hospital& Medical Center has long been a trusted healthcare leader in Connecticut. As a617-bed teaching hospital andLevel 1 Trauma Center, Saint Francis provides advanced care across a broad range of specialties and serves as a cornerstone of the community. Saint Francis is a proud member ofTrinity Health Of New England, part of one of the largest faith-based healthcare systems in the United States.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Salary : $100,776 - $161,200

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