General Summary of Position
Unit Highlights
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.
- Act as a knowledgeable resource for nursing staff, physicians, and patients by staying up-to-date in the latest practices and theories in emergency nursing and emergency management.
- 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.
What We Offer
- Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.
- Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.
- Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.
- Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.
Qualifications
- BSN from an accredited School of Nursing required. MSN preferred
- Minimum three years of progressive nursing care experience required. Leadership and management experience preferred.
- Active MD RN License or Active Compact State RN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required. Specialty certification from a nationally recognized nursing organization in either a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration preferred.
This position has a hiring range of $100,588.00 - $180,419.00
