Nurse Manager, ED Operations — Lead High-Acuity Care

Duke Clinical Research Institute; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Health Cary is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager, Operations for our Emergency Department to lead clinical and operational functions in a high-acuity setting. This role oversees staff development, patient care quality, and regulatory compliance within a nationally recognized academic medical center.

The position requires a BSN, and a MSN is strongly preferred, with a minimum of three years in Emergency Nursing and nursing leadership experience. NC RN licensure and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master's degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• At least 3 years of Emergency Nursing experience required.
• 1+ years of nursing leadership experience preferred.
• Experience in a high-acuity ED of similar scope preferred.
• Current or compact RN licensure in North Carolina.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 leadership for assigned clinical areas, ensuring high-quality patient care and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee operations, support staff development, plan strategy, and promote collaboration.
• Recruit, coach, evaluate, and support nursing staff to develop clinical competency.
• Monitor quality metrics and lead unit-based Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with the Director of Clinical Operations on budget planning and resource allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Direction

Project management

Team building

Staff coaching

Education

BSN required

MSN preferred

Job description

Duke Health Cary is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager, Operations for our Emergency Department to lead clinical and operational functions in a high-acuity setting. This role oversees staff development, patient care quality, and regulatory compliance within a nationally recognized academic medical center.

The position requires a BSN, and a MSN is strongly preferred, with a minimum of three years in Emergency Nursing and nursing leadership experience. NC RN licensure and BLS are required.