Nurse Manager Emergency Department

Location: UM Charles Regional Medical Center La Plata, MD

Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift Leadership Position

Join a high-performing Emergency Department and lead a dedicated team in one of the busiest EDs within the University of Maryland Medical System. As the only hospital serving Charles County, our 44-bed Emergency Department, along with 12 vertical treatment/results waiting spaces, supports approximately 51,000 patient visits annually and ranks as the 4th busiest ED among 13 UMMS hospitals across Maryland.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment and is passionate about leading teams, driving quality outcomes, and fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

What You'll Bring

• Proven leadership experience in an Emergency Department setting with the ability to effectively manage a 24/7 operation.
• Strong organizational skills with expertise in staffing, scheduling, workflow management, and operational oversight.
• Demonstrated ability to engage, mentor, develop, and hold staff accountable while building a positive and collaborative team culture.
• Confidence and emotional intelligence to navigate difficult conversations related to performance management, patient care standards, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Commitment to regulatory compliance, patient safety, and delivering exceptional patient-centered care.
• Strong critical thinking, conflict resolution, and communication skills.
• Ability to balance administrative responsibilities with visible, hands-on clinical leadership.

Required

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland.
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience.
• Strong leadership, communication, and critical thinking skills.

Preferred

• 5 years of nurse management experience in an Emergency Department setting preferred.
• Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Proven track record of motivating, coaching, and developing high-performing teams.
• Passion for operational excellence, leadership growth, and continuous improvement initiatives.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range:$54.42 - $81.64/hr
• Other Compensation (if applicable): MIP Bonus-Eligible

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