Executive ED Nurse Leader - Assistant Director of Nursing

MedStar Health; Clinton (MD); On-site; USD 114,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to join the leadership team. This position supports the Director of Nursing in guiding a unit/department, directing nursing and patient care delivery, and ensuring holistic, culturally competent, evidence-based care.

You will collaborate across disciplines, manage staffing and performance, and sponsor quality and safety initiatives while maintaining regulatory compliance and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited program required.
• Master's degree in Nursing or a health-related field from a nationally accredited program preferred.
• RN licensure in Maryland required.
• 3-4 years progressive nursing care experience with charge responsibilities in an acute care setting.
• Leadership and management experience preferred.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Electronic fetal monitoring (EFM) certification preferred or must obtain within 12 months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop unit/department goals, objectives, policies, and procedures in collaboration with the Director of Nursing and ensure compliance with standards.
• Build relationships across disciplines and departments to ensure efficient and quality patient care services.
• Set performance expectations, evaluate staff, and manage personnel actions.
• Complete annual performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback for professional growth.
• Coordinate budgeting, staffing, and resources to support patient care quality and safety.
• Lead safety and quality initiatives and participate in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

PowerPoint

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing or health-related field (preferred)

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

MedStar Health is seeking an Assistant Director of Nursing to join the leadership team. This position supports the Director of Nursing in guiding a unit/department, directing nursing and patient care delivery, and ensuring holistic, culturally competent, evidence-based care.

You will collaborate across disciplines, manage staffing and performance, and sponsor quality and safety initiatives while maintaining regulatory compliance and organizational standards.