ED Nurse Manager

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 163,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System in Tacoma, Washington seeks a Nurse Manager to lead nursing staff and oversee department operations, aligning with our mission to deliver safe, compassionate care. This role focuses on clinical leadership, team coordination, and strategic staffing to enhance patient outcomes and service quality.

You will drive standards of nursing practice, manage resources, and collaborate with physicians and other disciplines to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within five years from the initial date of hire.
• Advanced nursing degree (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse license in Washington State or Multistate License endorsement (MLS).
• Five (5) years of clinical experience in professional or technical role/function preferred.
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and monitor standards of patient care and nursing practices.
• Ensure availability and appropriate allocation of human and material resources.
• Support successful collaboration between nursing, physicians, and other disciplines to achieve desired patient care outcome and department strategic plans.
• Coordinate towards the overall operations of assigned units and the provision of resources.
• Facilitate optimal and cost-efficient patient care delivery.

Skills

Nurse leadership

Staff supervision

Clinical nursing

Resource allocation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

MSN

PhD

DNP

ARNP

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

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FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Days

Position Summary

The Nurse Manager is an excellent opportunity for those seeking to advance a meaningful career in patient care, services and operations. You will lead nursing staff with your dynamic nursing practice and oversee overall department operations.

As Nurse Manager at MultiCare, your leadership, delegation, and collaboration across your unit are essential to achieving the best possible outcomes and experiences for patients and families.

Hospital-based leaders may have a dual matrixed reporting structure.

Responsibilities

• You will define, develop, and monitor standards of patient care and nursing practices
• You will ensure availability and appropriate allocation of human and material resources
• Support successful collaboration between nursing, physicians, and other disciplines to achieve desired patient care outcome and department strategic plans
• You will coordinate towards the overall operations of assigned units and the provision of resources
• Facilitate optimal and cost-efficient patient care delivery

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, or obtained within five (5) years from the initial date of hire; RN with 15+ years of service or internal candidates hired before January 1, 2021 may be considered in satisfaction of this requirement in lieu of an education agreement
• Advanced degree in Nursing (MSN, PhD, DNP, ARNP) preferred
• Current Registered Nurse license in Washington State or Multistate License endorsement (MLS)
• Five (5) years of clinical experience in professional or technical role/function preferred
• Three (3) years of experience in a supervisory or lead capacity preferred

About Allenmore Hospital

MultiCare Allenmore Hospital has served Tacoma since 1929, offering convenient access to primary and specialty care services. This 130-bed hospital provides advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies and a 24-hour Emergency Department, all located on a patient-friendly, easily accessible campus.

About the Tacoma Community

Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone - outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it's a city where you can live, work and play.

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community - Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
• Growth and education - Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
• Well-being and support - Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
• Living our values - Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
• Belonging for al ll - Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle - Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $162,676.80 - $224,660.80 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.