Nurse Manager, Med/Surg/Telemetry Leadership

Cedar Hill Regional; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation & Generous PT

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

SoFi student loan program

Discounted stock plan

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Manager for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry in Washington, DC. The position leads unit operations, drives clinical quality, and ensures safe, patient-centered care across busy inpatient units.

The role requires a BSN and DC RN licensure, with 3–5 years of acute care nursing and preferred leadership experience. Strong collaboration with physicians and teams is essential, along with budget oversight and staff development.

Qualifications

• BSN required; DC RN License required.
• Minimum 3–5 years of acute care nursing experience (Medical-Surgical/Telemetry).
• Minimum 1–2 years of leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Specialty certification (Medical-Surgical, PCCN) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 leadership and accountability for unit operations, staffing, and patient care delivery.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Monitor and improve clinical quality indicators (falls, CAUTI, CLABSI, readmissions, etc.).
• Lead staffing operations including scheduling, productivity management, and resource allocation.
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain nursing staff; support performance management and employee development.
• Foster a positive work environment that promotes teamwork, engagement, and professional growth.
• Collaborate with physicians, clinical leaders, and support departments to coordinate patient care.
• Oversee patient flow, throughput, and discharge planning to optimize length of stay.
• Manage departmental budget, including labor and supply expenses.
• Ensure competency validation, ongoing education, and adherence to evidence-based practices.
• Lead and participate in performance improvement initiatives and shared governance activities.
• Address patient, family, and staff concerns in a timely and professional manner.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Development

Clinical Leadership

Regulatory Compliance

Patient Care

Communication

Education

BSN required

MSN/Healthcare Admin preferred

Job description

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center is seeking a Nurse Manager for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry in Washington, DC. The position leads unit operations, drives clinical quality, and ensures safe, patient-centered care across busy inpatient units.

The role requires a BSN and DC RN licensure, with 3–5 years of acute care nursing and preferred leadership experience. Strong collaboration with physicians and teams is essential, along with budget oversight and staff development.