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Adventist HealthCare

Non-profit faith-based healthcare system

Assistant Nurse Manager - Intermediate Care Unit

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSilver Spring, MD, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A degree in nursing (Associate, Diploma, or Baccalaureate) is required.
  • A current Maryland State nursing license is required.
  • Certification in the department-specific area must be obtained within the first year of the position.
  • Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
  • COVID-19 vaccination is strongly recommended, and applicants may be required to furnish proof of vaccination.
  • Applicants must not use nicotine products or test positive for nicotine or drugs; a positive test for cotinine or marijuana can result in withdrawal of an offer.
  • The role requires flexibility, coverage for call-outs and operational needs, and compliance with the unit holiday calendar.

Responsibilities

  • Assure delivery of quality department and clinical services in accordance with established hospital and regulatory or accreditation agency standards.
  • Implement daily unit operations according to the care delivery model, making timely adjustments to match patient needs with unit resources.
  • Assist the Manager with overall operations of the assigned department, including developing department goals and objectives aligned with the organization’s mission and strategic plan, managing personnel, and preparing, monitoring, and being accountable for department budgets.
  • Collaborate with physicians and other members of the health care team to assure optimum age-appropriate patient care.
  • Promote cohesive work teams by supporting intra- and inter-disciplinary teamwork within the department and organization.
  • Participate in developing evidence-based standards of care for the clinical area of responsibility.
  • Ensure adherence to standards of care defined by professional and regulatory organizations and maintain knowledge of structural standards.
  • Report significant events, including near misses, adverse events, patient or family complaints, and situations affecting safe patient-centered care; communicate events and resolutions to the department clinical manager in a timely manner.
  • Demonstrate positive customer service, foster positive employee relations, and assure staff adherence to customer service behavioral standards.
  • Promote a positive and professional image and serve as a role model, coach, mentor, problem solver, and resource for staff and peers.
  • Perform other duties as required.
  • Work two 12-hour shifts as charge nurse and two 8-hour management shifts per week, with scheduled charge nurse shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and management shifts from 6:45 a.m. to 3:15 p.m.

Desired Qualifications

  • A Baccalaureate degree in nursing is preferred.
  • Two years of work experience in the department-specific area is preferred.
  • One year of supervisory experience is preferred.

About the Company

Adventist HealthCare

Non-profit faith-based healthcare system

Adventist HealthCare operates a network of hospitals, rehabilitation centers, and mental health services in Maryland. It delivers coordinated care across inpatient, outpatient, home-based, and community settings, guided by its faith-based mission. Unlike many providers, it is a not-for-profit organization that reinvests earnings into facilities and community health rather than distributing profits. Its goal is to provide compassionate patient care rooted in the teaching and healing ministry of Jesus Christ and to improve regional health through reinvested resources.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Gaithersburg, MD
Founded
1907

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