Emergency Nurse Manager (RN)

Nealy Pierce, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

30 days PTO

401(k) plan

457(b) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Nealy Pierce is exclusively recruiting an Emergency Nurse Manager (RN) for a full-time, permanent day-shift role at an Eastern North Carolina hospital. You will lead the ED operations, report to a nursing director, and collaborate with physicians and staff to elevate patient care.

The ideal candidate holds an NC RN license with ED leadership experience; a BSN is preferred and CEN certification is welcome. Relocation assistance is available, and a competitive base salary with a 10% manager bonus

Qualifications

• Active North Carolina RN licensure and ED nursing experience.
• At least one year of ED leadership experience required.
• BSN preferred; candidates pursuing one are welcome.
• CEN certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily ED operations and stay visible during high-volume shifts.
• Develop charge nurses and coach nurses at different career stages.
• Build on the ED’s split-flow model and collaborate with physicians and frontline staff to reduce delays and improve patient experience.
• Strengthen onboarding and retention through consistent coaching and clear expectations.

Skills

ED leadership

Nursing leadership

Charge nurse experience

CEN preferred

Education

RN licensure in NC

BSN preferred

CEN certification preferred

Job description

Nealy Pierce has been exclusively engaged to recruit a Emergency Nurse Manager (RN) for a full-time, permanent day-shift role in Eastern North Carolina. You’ll join a Leapfrog A Rated 200-bed nonprofit community hospital affiliated with a statewide health system and report to a collaborative nursing director.

What You’ll Lead

• Oversee daily ED operations and stay visible and accessible during high-volume shifts.

• Develop charge nurses and coach nurses at different stages of their careers.

• Build on the ED’s existing split-flow model and work with physicians and frontline staff to reduce delays and improve the patient experience.

• Strengthen onboarding and retention through consistent coaching and clear expectations.

What You’ll Bring

Active North Carolina RN licensure, at least three years of ED nursing experience, and at least one year of ED nursing leadership experience are required. A BSN is strongly preferred, and candidates pursuing one are welcome to apply. CEN certification is preferred.

Experienced ED charge nurses, clinical coordinators, supervisors, and assistant nurse managers ready for their first manager role are encouraged to apply.

Why Join This Team?

• Lead an established ED with clinical coordinators and charge nurses who know the department well.

• Work directly with local hospital leaders and draw on the resources and peer network of a statewide health system.

• Enjoy Eastern North Carolina’s historic downtowns, local restaurants, and riverfront communities, with the Crystal Coast within reach for a weekend away.

Compensation & Relocation

Base salary up to $120K annually, depending on experience, plus an annual manager bonus of up to 10%. Relocation assistance is available.

Benefits include 30 days of PTO in your first year and medical, dental, and vision coverage. The hospital offers a 4% employer contribution to your 401(k) after six months and an additional employer contribution through a 457(b) plan after one year in management.

ABOUT US

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