Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited program required
Master's degree in Nursing or health-related field preferred
3-4 years of progressive nursing care experience required
Leadership and management experience preferred
Valid RN licensure in Maryland or D.C. required
Specialty certification in clinical specialty or Nursing Administration preferred
CPR certification required within 90 days of hire
Responsibilities
Support and collaborate with the Director of Nursing in leadership and oversight
Direct and coordinate nursing and patient care delivery
Ensure holistic, culturally competent, and evidence-based nursing care
Manage patient transitions across the continuum of care
Assume administrative authority during specific shifts
Foster commitment to quality, safety, and cost-effective patient care
Collaborate in maintaining regulatory and accreditation standards
Benefits
Opportunity for professional development and advancement
Supportive leadership team
Focus on holistic and person-centered care
Engagement in quality improvement initiatives
Access to continuing education and specialty certifications
Full Job Description
***Must have experience in IMC or Critical Care Nursing***
General Summary of Position
The Assistant Director of Nursing is a member of MedStar Health entity-based Division of Nursing and leadership team. Supports and collaborates with the Director of Nursing in providing leadership and oversight for a specific unit/department. Directs and coordinates the nursing and patient care delivery of the unit-based professional and support personnel. Ensures the provision of holistic, culturally competent, and person-centered, quality, safe, and cost-effective evidence-based nursing care for patients/families. Applies the nursing process within the context of the organization's shared/collaborative decision-making framework. Collaboratively manages the patient's transitions across the continuum of care to assist patients and populations in achieving or maintaining an optimal level of health and functioning. The Assistant Director of Nursing assumes administrative and leadership authority and responsibility during a specific shift (e.g., evening or night) for the assigned unit/department. Fosters associates' commitment to improving quality, safety, and cost-conscious patient care outcomes. Collaborates with the Director of Nursing in maintaining adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards, and MedStar Health's policies and procedures. Demonstrates leadership and behaviors which are consistent with MedStar's mission, vision, goals, SPIRIT Values, patient care philosophy, and sound moral and ethical judgement.
Minimum QualificationsEducation
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a Nationally accredited program required and
Master's degree in Nursing or a health related field from a Nationally accredited program preferred
Experience
3-4 years progressive nursing care experience required and
leadership and management experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Valid in the State of Maryland or District of Columbia - jurisdiction is dependent on the entity of employment. Upon Hire required and
Specialty certification from a nationally recognized nursing organization in either a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration Upon Hire preferred and
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment on complex situations. Verbal and written communication skills. Basic knowledge of various computer software applications and online learning applications, especially Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
This position has a hiring range of
USD $100,588.00 - USD $180,419.00 /Yr.
About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
