About the posting
“The Assistant Nurse Manager oversees the planning, organizing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluation of care provided to patients on the unit.”
Read the full posting on VCU Health's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 17, 2026.
Pay in context
VCU Health does not list pay for this role. 9 percent of nursing postings in Richmond, VA area do; their median is $91,700.
How long it has been open
Posted Oct 16, 2026, 8 days ago, and seen on VCU Health's careers page today.
At 8 days old, it is under the 23-day median.
VCU Health's postings we have seen close took a median of 3 days.
VCU Health at a glance
VCU Health has 364 open postings that we can see, 122 in nursing; 0 percent list pay.
The application
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Seniority
Level: manager.
Place and cost of living
On site in Richmond, VA area; prices in VA run 1 percent above the US average.
The nursing market in Richmond, VA area
126 nursing postings in Richmond, VA area are open right now, from 13 employers.
Half of them have been open 23 days or less.
From VCU Health's posting
This is VCU Health's own text, as published on its job board. We last checked it on Oct 23, 2026. Apply on VCU Health's site. We remove a posting when the employer closes it.
The Assistant Nurse Manager provides unit leadership and management under the guidance and direction of the Nurse Manager. The Assistant Nurse Manager’s responsibilities include human resources management; day-to-day unit operations; regulatory compliance and risk management; and financial stewardship.
The Assistant Nurse Manager oversees the planning, organizing, coordinating, monitoring and evaluation of care provided to patients on the unit. This role contributes to the unit’s strategic planning and program development; monitors and evaluates the overall care provided to the patients; and maintains 24-hour responsibility for the unit.
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire
Current RN licensure in Virginia or eligible
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Current RN licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience with at least one (1) year in a lead, charge or supervisory nursing role
Experience PREFERRED
Experience in an academic medical center environment
Experience with similar patient population in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Education/training REQUIRED
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing
Education/training PREFERRED
Master’s Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited program Certification in specialty area
Independent action(s) required
All day-to-day operations of the unit and leadership of staff are handled independently. Advice and guidance are sought from the Nurse Manager on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activities inside or outside the unit. Has input into team member grievances and terminations and provides direction and feedback into the annual unit goals and budget. Completes performance evaluations with final review by Nurse Manager.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable)
All team members assigned to the nursing unit.
Additional position requirements
Requires frequent visibility on all shifts, including weekends to enhance team member communications and monitor team member performance.
Age Specific groups served
Based on unit assignment
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Compensation Range
$78,250.00 - $133,578.00 Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.
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