Executive ED Nurse Manager: Care & Operations

ChristianaCare; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 124,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare Union Hospital in Cecil County, MD is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Emergency Department. The role provides 24-hour accountability for nursing practice and patient care in a 27-bed ED, leading staffing, quality initiatives, and governance.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited nursing degree (BSN/MSN), professional certification, and at least five years in clinical/leadership roles. Salary ranges and benefits accompany a robust leadership path.

Qualifications

• BSN and MSN completed; or Bachelor’s with MS in Nursing.
• Professional certification in a related nursing specialty required; Nurse Executive certification preferred.
• Five years of appropriate clinical and leadership experience.
• BLS required; ACLS, PALS and NIHSS strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assures compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Delegates effectively and sets leadership priorities.
• Delivers Relationship-Based care on the unit.
• Performs leader rounds to ensure visibility and quality of care.
• Addresses risk management issues and supports quality and safety initiatives.
• Manages nursing practice and care delivery in the ED unit.
• Promotes autonomy and decision-making among staff.
• Fosters professional governance and innovative leadership for excellence.
• Responsible for staffing, scheduling, and PTO for the unit.
• Keeps accurate staff files and licenses, conducts monthly meetings, and collaborates on the unit budget.
• Develops cooperative relationships with other departments and with the unit Medical Director.

Education

BSN and MSN

Job description

ChristianaCare Union Hospital in Cecil County, MD is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Emergency Department. The role provides 24-hour accountability for nursing practice and patient care in a 27-bed ED, leading staffing, quality initiatives, and governance.

The ideal candidate holds an accredited nursing degree (BSN/MSN), professional certification, and at least five years in clinical/leadership roles. Salary ranges and benefits accompany a robust leadership path.