Summary: Provides clinical and administrative direction and support for the Nursing Department and the entire hospital for an assigned shift. Serves as the on-site, administrative leader to staff, patients, visitors and physicians during the shift. Collaborates on administrative decisions with other department leaders for issues related to their departments in the absence of that manager.

Education: Graduate from an accredited school of Nursing; Baccalaureate and/or Master's Degree in Nursing preferred.

Licensure: Currently active Rhode Island RN license.

Experience: 3-5 years demonstrating progressive responsibilities in leadership positions.

Skills and Abilities:


+ Clinical assessment

+ Sound judgment reflected in good decisions, appropriately prioritized and implemented

+ Effective teaching skills associated with the orientation of new employees to support skill development for nursing staff.

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