Clinical Nursing Administrator — Leadership & Care Excellence

MedStar Health; Leonardtown (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health seeks a Clinical Administrator to lead nursing and patient care across units, directing clinical and administrative resources for safe, high-quality care. The role includes coaching, governance, and collaboration with Nursing Leadership and hospital administration.

It requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing with 3–4 years of progressive nursing care experience; a Master’s in Nursing or related field is preferred. Leadership, staffing, and patient safety are central to daily duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Master's degree in Nursing or health-related field preferred.
• 3-4 years of progressive nursing care experience required.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise nursing and patient care services for multiple units or hospital/entity.
• Escalate concerns using the chain of command and coordinate staffing patterns for safe care.
• Promote IMOC standards, conduct rounds, and address patient safety events.
• Lead professional development, performance management, and associate counseling as needed.
• Participate in committees, governance, magnet/pathways initiatives and community outreach.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Staffing management

Clinical governance

Communication

Quality & safety

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree preferred

Job description

MedStar Health seeks a Clinical Administrator to lead nursing and patient care across units, directing clinical and administrative resources for safe, high-quality care. The role includes coaching, governance, and collaboration with Nursing Leadership and hospital administration.

It requires a Bachelor’s in Nursing with 3–4 years of progressive nursing care experience; a Master’s in Nursing or related field is preferred. Leadership, staffing, and patient safety are central to daily duties.