Nursing Jobs in Dale City, VA
$102,606 - $196,996 / year
About this Job: Please note: This position will be working days and evenings and will have 24/7 accountability on rotating weekends. 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 on a 24 hours/7 days per week basis 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. Primary Duties and Responsibilities In collaboration with the Director of Nursing develops unit/department goals objectives policies and procedures and ensures compliance with hospital/entity policies and procedures clinical practice guidelines and regulatory and accreditation standards. Develops and maintains effective relationships and partnerships across disciplines (e.g. medicine) and departments (e.g. environmental services) to ensure the delivery of efficient and quality patient care services. Contributes to the hospital/entity capacity management efforts; ensures unit activities and patient throughput proceed smoothly. In collaboration with the Director of Nursing develops standards of performance for associates evaluates performance and conducts performance management planning. Initiates or makes recommendations for personnel actions. Sets clear expectations for performance and holds associates accountable. Maintains ongoing communication with associates to review programs discuss new developments and exchange information. Completes annual performance reviews of unit/department-based associates in a timely manner. Ensures the reviews reflect the individual associate's ability to meet performance expectations and beneficial ongoing developmental goals. Provides associates with ongoing feedback and champions their continued professional growth and development. In the absence of the Director of Nursing maintains communication with the Senior Director of Nursing and Patient Care Services unit-based associates Medical Director providers other nurse leaders and personnel from other departments for the purpose of coordinating operations among the unit/department clinical nursing division and hospital/entity. Contributes to the development implementation monitoring and management of the unit/department-based budget and to support the organizational objectives patient care standards and quality of care. Demonstrates fiscal responsibility with day-to-day unit productivity and operations. Ensures availability of necessary materials supplies and equipment for safe and optimal patient care delivery. Implements approaches and strategies that optimize patient care delivery and outcomes. Ensures effective utilization of the interdisciplinary model of care (IMOC) and associated standards of excellence. Rounds on patients during the shift for the purpose of engagement satisfaction and improvement in the care experience. Investigates and follows through on patient complaints and safety events. Supports and promotes quality and patient safety initiatives and high reliability standards. Leads unit-based safety huddles. Escalates care delivery concerns to the Director of Nursing and other leaders as necessary and following the chain-of-command. Takes action to ensure optimal execution of the National Patient Safety Goals nursing sensitive indicators/measures regulatory requirements and other identified quality metrics. Identifies and participates in performance improvement opportunities as appropriate and based on findings. Collaborates with the Director of Nursing in the hiring evaluation promotion and termination of personnel within the assigned unit/department as needed. Initiates coaching and counseling of associates. Monitors and ensures appropriate staffing for unit(s). Collaborates with other nurse leaders (Directors of Nursing Directors of Clinical Nursing Informatics Practice Innovation Professional Development and others) to ensure associate competencies. Identifies individual staff development needs and provides appropriate resources to meet needs. Assists with developing unit-specific orientation of newly hired associates and preceptor and charge/resource nurse programs. Plans and coordinates the assessment of unit-specific competencies for all nursing personnel within the unit/department. Supports the implementation of new programs/practices and helps design educational programs that ensure the highest quality care delivery and customer satisfaction. Maintains continuing education files competency assessment documentation licensure and specialty certifications for self and the associates within the unit/department. Maintains and demonstrates a professional patient-first atmosphere and an environment of coaching and development that supports shared decision making interdisciplinary collaboration and a high level of patient and associate satisfaction as evidenced by outcomes data. Provides shift-based clinical leadership through role modeling professional practice behaviors proper delegation of activities and management of the nursing team by maintaining staff accountability. Evaluates the need for and contributes to improvement in the professional practice environment. Participates in hospital/entity committees task forces interdisciplinary forums and projects (e.g. serious safety event reviews and performance improvement teams) at the request of Director of Nursing. Contributes to the achievement of Magnet Recognition or Pathways to Excellence program. Promotes a public image of professional nursing excellence and represents the hospital in community outreach efforts as appropriate. Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the fields of nursing and health care through a variety of professional activities including but not limited to reading the appropriate literature attending related seminars and conferences and maintaining membership in professional nursing associations. Demonstrates accountability for own professional development and advancement. Assumes administrative responsibilities in absence of the Director of Nursing and provides coverage for other colleagues. Maintains clinical knowledge and skills and engages in the provision of direct care for a caseload of patients as required. Minimal Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Nursing from a nationally accredited program required Master's degree in Nursing or a health related field from a nationally accredited program preferred Experience 3-4 years of progressive nursing care experience in critical care (ICU, MICU, SICU etc) required 1-2 years of Charge Nurse/ Leadership and management experience in acute care or hospital setting required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in Maryland required 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 Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. C-EFM - Electronic Fetal Monitoring from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) is required for Perinatal nurses (labor and delivery antepartum antenatal testing) within 12 months from date of hire. New graduate nurses or new to specialty nurses (labor and delivery antepartum antenatal testing) will have 15 months from date of hire to obtain the EFM certification. Specialty certification from a nationally recognized nursing organization in either a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration preferred 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 $102,606.00 - USD $196,996.00 /Hr. 
$75,545.60 - $125,923.20 / year
This is a 10 hr shift position (8am-6:30pm) that involves every other weekend rotations. The Case Manager Hybrid I/II will provide case management services to patients and their families or caregivers. This role involves both discharge planning and utilization review components. The Case Manager Hybrid I/II as an onsite role act as the central hub of patient care, ensuring continuity, efficiency, and quality outcomes for complex, chronic, or high-risk cases. They bridge the gap between providers, patients, and external resources to manage health outcomes proactively. Assist with direct patient assessment, participate in planning and implementation of intervention and ensure follow-up and coordination of services. Leads or participates in in-person or virtual care team planning meetings, acting as the primary point of contact for the team. Advocates for patient needs, addresses barriers to care (such as social determinants), and ensures alignment across the interdisciplinary team. Manages a panel of complex patients, focusing on reducing avoidable admissions and optimizing resource utilization. Engage in outreach activities in the community to effectively case manage to discharge. Assist with administrative tasks, as needed for all patients and families. Review and authorize hospital days by ensuring the care provided aligns with insurance company guidelines, reducing the risk of denied claims. Part of the role includes Identifying and securing community resources, including Medicaid, Medicare, or other funding programs through high-risk process for patients, helping to manage the financial aspects of complex cases. Use analytic tools to predict and prevent unnecessary readmissions, reducing costs for both the patient and the organization. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice and assigned/covering patients. Children's National supports the development of RN relationships within the community; specifically, those relationships associated with the health and well-being of the community at large. Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree (Required) Master's Degree (Preferred) Minimum Work Experience 5 years' experience with at least three (3) in an acute inpatient setting (Required) Experience in one or more of the following areas: designated/pediatric specialty, program/project development, clinical pathways or leadership (Required) Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse (Required) Functional Accountabilities Current certification in Case Management or Utilization Management (Preferred) Professional Practice/Research Participate in Shared Leadership. Contribute to the MAGNET Journey of Children’s National. Ensure nursing practice is based on evidence of best practice. Accountable to participate in the Nursing Division’s Performance Improvement process (division or unit level). Participate in community activities. Patient Resource Services Communicate denials, high risk, or changes in level of care using accepted processes to limit financial risk to CNMC and patients’ families. Navigate internal and external systems to accurately identify or secure payers and link patients to needed services. Discharge Transitional Plan of Care Lead and proactively define discharge and transitional care criteria daily with the healthcare team to facilitate efficient care transitions. Conduct an initial assessment within 1 day of patient and family to identify potential discharge barriers and needs in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirements. Document in EHR and escalate timely to leadership any barriers Develop and implement a plan of care and make referrals based on a needs assessment and available resources in conjunction with care team members. Transition care to external providers and services to achieve quality outcomes for patient and family . Provide clinical reviews/referrals to third party payers using nationally recognized medical necessity criteria and validate authorization or denial of services and document appropriately in EHR (Initial Assessment & ongoing assessment) Case Management Nursing focused Follow High Risk Process (Uninsured/Social/Financial Risk) Monitor Length of Stay (LOS) and Document Avoidable Days/Delays for all patients assigned Timely handoff to teams (nursing/CM/Provider) to ensure continuity of care for all patients Documentation Document according to departmental policy. Abide by nursing practice guidelines Initial Assessment 1-2 days of admission and Ongoing assessment weekly. Document daily if needed as ongoing patient care management occurs Document parent guardian choice for each patient with a case management need (ex: DME/PDN/Placement etc) Performance Improvement Identify, implement, and evaluate processes to improve customer service, reimbursement and/or hospital performance. Participate in the identification of Process Improvement issues and take steps to improve unit or CRM processes. Promote the development of CRM department and other members of the healthcare team. Identify gaps in care coordination, discharge planning, and resource utilization Ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission, DOH) Work closely with other case managers, social workers, physicians, payors and nursing staff Utilize department tools to track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as length of stay (LOS), Avoidable days, readmission rates, and care transitions Effectively manage patent ratio of 1:30 for safe discharge Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Organization Patient Services Position Status R (Regular) Work Schedule 8a-6:30p(10hrs) every other wkend rotation Job Posting Jun 6, 2026, 1:16:16 AM Full-Time Salary Range 75545.6 
$89,065 - $162,801 / year
About this Job: General Summary of Position Conducts admission concurrent and retrospective case reviews to ensure appropriate admit status and level of care by utilizing the nationally approved guidelines. Collaborates with medical staff and ancillary hospital disciplines to ensure high-quality patient care in the most efficient way. This position is remote but must be willing to travel to Washington DC area for regular meetings. Ideal candidate living in the DC, MD or VA area is required. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Conducts admission concurrent and retrospective case reviews to meet hospital objectives of high-quality patient care in the most efficient way Strives to meet the department goals adheres to organizational policies procedures and quality standards. Complies with rules and regulations set forth by the governmental and accrediting agencies. Collaborates with medical staff physician advisor social workers and other ancillary hospital disciplines to meet patients' health care needs in the most cost-effective way. Performs patients' medical record reviews document pertinent information and communicate with third party payors in a timely fashion to ensure proper hospital reimbursement and eliminate unnecessary denials. Implements strategies to avoid potential denials by communicating with all the key stakeholders including attending physician. If necessary non-coverage ABN MOON letters and other appropriate documents as per organizational governmental and accrediting organizations policies and regulations. Actively participates in IDRs Length of Stay and other meetings as per hospital policies. Identifies potential risks pertaining to patients' care and communicates with appropriate hospital discipline including risk management quality safety and infection control. Serves as a resource to the health care team by educating the health care team through in-services staff meetings and formal educational settings in areas of utilization management. Demonstrate current knowledge of State and Federal regulatory requirements as it pertains to the utilization review process. Identifies dynamics of neglect/abuse and reports to the appropriate in-house departments and governmental agencies. Minimal Qualifications Education Associate's degree in Nursing required Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred Experience 3 or more years' Experience in an acute care setting. required Minimum of 2 years' experience in case management insurance utilization review required Licenses and Certifications RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia or the State of Maryland depending on work location required CCM - Certified Case Manager preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to exercise independent judgment. Business acumen and leadership skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to effectively interact with all levels of management internal departments and external agencies. Working knowledge of various computer software applications. This position has a hiring range of : USD $89,065.00 - USD $162,801.00 /Yr. $109,500 - $164,000 / year
$40,000 Student Loan Repayment Or $20,000 Sign-on Bonus for Individuals Who Have Not Previously Participated in this Program living in D.C. Additional compensation may be available for qualified candidates who are fluent in languages other than English and use those language skills during member visits. In this role, you will have the ability to achieve work life balance. Flexible scheduling is offered where providers can flex their time between 8am-8pm over the 7-day work week. No on-call, no weekends and no holidays required. Optum Home & Community Care, part of the Optum family of businesses, is creating something new in health care. We are uniting industry-leading solutions to build an integrated care model that holistically addresses an individual's physical, mental and social needs - helping patients access and navigate care anytime and anywhere. As a team member of our Optum HouseCalls team, together in an interdisciplinary care environment, we help patients navigate the health care system and connect them to key support services. This preventive care can help patients stay well at home. We're connecting care to create a seamless health journey for patients across settings. Join us in improving healthcare through the power of people and intelligent technologies while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. HouseCalls is an innovative, performance-driven program that brings care directly to members' homes. As a HouseCalls Advanced Practice Clinician (Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant), you will conduct annual in-home health assessments for Medicare Advantage and other plan members. This is a non-prescribing, field-based role focused on improving health outcomes through education, gap closure, and collaboration with primary care providers (PCP). Primary Responsibilities: Conduct comprehensive in-home assessments, including: Past medical history review, medication reconciliation, vital signs, and physical exam Evidence-based screenings and point-of-care testing (as appropriate) Identify and document diagnoses for care management and treatment planning Communicate findings to members' PCPs to address gaps in care Recognize urgent/emergent situations and intervene appropriately Educate members on disease processes, medications, and compliance Address social determinants of health and provide referrals as needed You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in. Required Qualifications: For NPs: Active ANCC or AANP certification in Family, Adult, Geriatric, or Adult-Gerontology Primary Care For PAs: Current NCCPA certification and state licensure Active, unrestricted licensure in the state you will be practicing in (or ability to obtain by start date) without current disciplinary actions or practice limitations Active and unrestricted driver's license In addition to a driver's license, access to reliable transportation to complete home visits Ability to navigate varied home environments; ability to sit/stand/kneel as needed to perform assessments If you're working in a state that allows NPs/PAs to practice independently (without Collaborative Agreement), you must get approval from your licensing board-if required. New hires who are eligible but haven't applied yet must do so within 1 month of starting. If you're not eligible at the time of hire, you must begin working toward eligibility within 1 month and apply for approval within 3 months of becoming eligible Preferred Qualifications: 1+ years of clinical experience (family, geriatric, or home health preferred) Proficiency with electronic medical records and technology Ability to transport equipment weighing up to 30 pounds and navigate stairs as part of home visits Proven communication skills with geriatric or Medicare populations Fluent in any languages besides English Compensation for this specialty generally ranges from $109,500 - $164,000. Total cash compensation includes base pay and bonus and is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience and may increase over time based on productivity and performance in the role. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. 
