Nurse Manager - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry

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

Responsibilities

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high quality care in their community.

This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport.

We are currently seeking a Nurse Manager - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry

The Nurse Manager – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operational oversight of the assigned unit(s). This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while promoting a culture of safety, service excellence, and staff engagement. The Nurse Manager collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to drive clinical excellence, optimize patient outcomes, and support organizational goals.

Job Duties/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

To learn more visit https://cedarhillregional.comorhttps://jobs.uhsinc.com/cedar-hill-regional-medical-center.

As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

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Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred
• DC RN License required
• Minimum 3–5 years of acute care nursing experience (Medical-Surgical/Telemetry required)
• Minimum 1–2 years of leadership or charge nurse experience preferred
• BLS certification required
• Specialty certification (Medical-Surgical, PCCN) preferred

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