A Clinical Supervisor or Manager supervises staff and manages services in a clinical program. May provide clinical supervision for nursing, counseling or home health care staff. Works to ensure quality patient care. Trains and develops clinical staff and manages clinical program budgets.
Job Summary Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Manager, the Assistant Nurse Manager provides hands-on clinical and operational leadership for a busy inpatient General Surgery unit. This role serves as a senior clinical resource, supporting high-acuity post‑operative and surgical patients while promoting evidence‑based practice, patient safety, and efficient throughput. Key Responsibilities Provide visible, hands-on clinical leadership and real-time coaching at the bedside Support safe, high-quality care for medical oncology and medical-surgical patient populations, including patients undergoing chemotherapy or complex treatments Serve as a clinical resource for symptom management, treatment-related complications, and clinical decision-making Support admissions, transfers, discharges, and patient throughput while maintaining safety and quality Promote med/surg evidence-based practices, safety initiatives, and quality improvement efforts Mentor and support RNs and charge nurses, fostering professional development and accountability Assist with staffing coordination and shift-to-shift continuity of care Schedule 36-hour position with flexible scheduling options, including: Three 8-hour shifts plus one 12-hour shift, or Three 12-hour shifts with rotating patterns Includes designated overlap into evening shifts to support unit operations and staff needs.
Qualifications Required:
Current Connecticut or Multistate RN license BSN from an accredited nursing program
Preferred:
MSN Prior inpatient leadership experience Medical oncology or medical-surgical, experience Ministry/Facility Information Saint Mary's Hospital in Waterbury, Connecticut, is a community-based teaching hospital dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients across the Greater Waterbury region. As part of a mission-driven health system, Saint Mary's offers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient services, with a strong focus on clinical excellence, patient safety, and community health. 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.
