RN jobs in Northwest Washington, DC

RN Jobs in Northwest Washington, DC

Nurse Manager (Hospital-Based Specialties)

Children's National Hospital Washington, DC

$97,843.20 - $163,072 / year

All nurse managers are responsible to a nurse executive and manage one or more defined areas of organized nursing services and are accountable for nursing services 24/7 as appropriate for the assigned area(s). Nurse managers participate in planning, implementation, management and evaluation of operations, supervision of staff, budget, regulatory readiness and staffing. Nurse managers facilitate an atmosphere of interactive management and the development of collegial relationships among nursing personnel and other health care disciplines throughout the organization. Minimum Work Experience 5 years (Required) Required Skills/Knowledge Strong knowledge of JCAHO and other regulatory agency requirements. Demonstrated leadership and management skills. Expertise in the area of specialty. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Required Licenses And Certifications Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS) (Required) Functional Accountabilities Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Exemplary Practice Establishes collaborative relationships with all members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal state of health and well-being of the patients and families served. Utilizes expertise in cultural competency to enhance relationships, processes, and outcomes for patients/families, ensuring education through face to face or telephonic methods. Treats every patient/family with dignity and worth, acknowledging their individuality and autonomy. Engages opportunities to act in the best interest of the patient/family, building trust and confidence, while upholding moral and legal standards of due care. Consistently evaluates care delivery model, incorporating various sources of data, (e.g. patient satisfaction data) to improve processes. Transformational Leadership Contributes to the development of departmental strategic plans. Supports and communicates the strategic plan to all employees. Uses budget tools to forecast and make decisions while analyzing and interpreting variances. Accountable for planning for staffing. Continuously monitors and adjusts staffing based on area needs. Uses trended data (e.g. labor productivity data) to manage the staffing plans. Assumes coverage of other areas when the need arises and assumes the responsibility, accountability and level of authority within authorized scope. Communicates and escalates clinical and administrative issues as appropriate to senior leadership Employs varied performance measures to analyze and enhance patient outcomes and staff/organization effectiveness. Ensures regulatory requirements are met and upholds overall safety standards of the work area Structural Empowerment Responsible for full implementation of Shared Nursing Leadership and participates in Hospital wide committees. Promotes staff/unit involvement in the community. Coordinates mechanisms across systems, institutions, and community to provide continuity of care in collaboration with key stakeholders. Employs critical attributes of effective collaboration to create, promote, and maintain an environment that supports successful partnership and high-performance team outcomes. Develops and engages ongoing monitoring, and staff and member education to assure environmental management plans provide safe, accessible, effective and functional environment of care. New Knowledge Ensures that the practice of nursing is based upon scientific evidence and best practice. Encourages staff participation in research. Encourages and facilitates professional certification and further education. Organizational Accountabilities Deliver Set and clearly communicate team goals and priorities in alignment with departmental goals and budgets Develop the budget and assign resources to meet the team goals Provide the resources and guidance required for employees to perform effectively Develop procedures to ensure high safety and quality, and course correct as needed Identify customers’ needs and ensure service excellence in meeting those needs Engage Be the link between the department and the team in defining the strategies to meet team goals Provide prompt and clear feedback to staff and support their performance Ensure team adherence to organizational regulations Manage the working environment to promote productivity and motivation Represent the team in clearing obstacles to high performance Hire staff and develop their capabilities Monitor and promote strong employee engagement Grow Encourage and share new ways of making the right work easier to do Recognize and share incremental improvements in operations Promote the success of organizational and department initiatives by clearly aligning programs to the mission Primary Location District of Columbia-Washington Work Locations CN Hospital (Main Campus) Job Management Organization COE Hospital-Based Specliaties Position Status R (Regular) Shift Day Work Schedule 8:00-16:00 Job Posting Mar 23, 2026, 7:10:48 PM Full-Time Salary Range 97843.2

Full-time

3 weeks ago

Clinical Nurse II

University of Maryland Medical System Largo, MD

$42.03 - $53.30 / hour

Job Requirements General Summary This role is considered the minimum role for all nurses who have greater than 12 months experience. Provides and coordinates independent care to patients within a clinical specialty as a fully effective and participative member of the multidisciplinary patient care services team. Principal Responsibilities And Tasks The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. These are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by personnel so classified. Clinical Practice Provides independent care to unit specific patient population; serves as clinical resource for others, utilizes and integrates evidence into practice, functions effectively in roles specific to unit (as defined by each department/unit) Accountable to patients and families for the processes and outcomes of care during an episode of care. Accountable to peers for the advancement of group practice on the unit, and to the nurse manager for the totality of work performance. Serves as an effective primary coordinating nurse; collaborates with interdisciplinary team to plan and coordinate care addressing patient/family needs. 5. Serves as clinical resource for others. Service/Quality Assists in team development and evaluation of tenants of Patient and Family Centered Care , suggests methods for improvement. Participates in collection of data related to outcomes (e.g. hand offs, medication safety, etc). Participates in implementation efforts addressing Nursing Sensitive Quality Indicators (NSQI). Participates and contributes to Performance Improvement, or Evidence Based Practice, or research at the unit level. Complies with standards and participates with unit level activities for regulatory compliance. Unit Operations Supports charge nurse decisions; performs charge role for assigned shifts as needed. Assists in the development of clinical practice protocols and standards for unit. Participates in unit-based process activities: Performance Improvement, Professional Development, Clinical Practice, Teamwork, etc.; assists in development of action plans and supports implementation. Orients Clinical Nurse I to unit level decision making structure and councils. Professional Development Serves as preceptor, coach, mentor to new nurses and students. Contributes to ancillary personnel skills and development, attends educational offerings and in-services independently. Qualifications Work Experience Education & Experience Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Maryland, or eligible to practice due to Compact state agreements outlined through the MD Board of Nursing, is required. Up-to-date status on all mandatory training and classes. One year nursing experience. Solid knowledge and clinical skills. Diploma in nursing or Associates Degree in nursing required. Current BLS certification required. Unit based licensure as required for the role as defined at the unit/department level. (examples include but are not limited to Neonatal Resuscitation Program [NPR], Certification in Pre-Transport/Post-Resuscitation Stabilization Care of Sick Infants for Neonatal Healthcare Providers [STABLE], Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS), Trauma 101, etc.) Maintenance of 10 contact hours of education every two years. Recent applicable clinical experience in a comparable setting. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Responsible for maintaining competencies required for the patient care setting; focus on advancing own professional development Ability to practice and adhere to the guidelines specified in the Role of the Professional Nurse Job Charter/Description and Commitment to Excellence Behavioral Standards.. Demonstrates highly effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates leadership qualities through effectiveness as charge nurse, preceptor, or clinical resource. Demonstrates effectiveness as a multidisciplinary team member. Ability to learn and use computer systems in order to manage patient information. Ability to participate in team-building efforts on units; supports and models teamwork Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient population(s) served. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s requirements relative to his or her population-specific and age specific needs. Patient Safety Ensures patient safety in the performance of job functions and through participation in hospital, department or unit patient safety initiatives. Takes action to correct observed risks to patient safety. Reports adverse events and near misses to appropriate management authority. Implements policies, procedure, and standards consistently in the performance of assigned duties. Develops effective working relationships and maintains good communication with other team members. Identifies possible risks in processes, procedures, devices and communicates the same to those in charge. Benefits All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Compensation Pay Range: $42.03 - $53.30/hr Other Compensation (if applicable): Shift differentials, Sign-On Bonus eligible Review the 2025-2026 UMMS Benefits Guide Like many employers, UMMS is being targeted by cybercriminals impersonating our recruiters and offering fake job opportunities. We will never ask for banking details, personal identification, or payment via email or text. If you suspect fraud, please contact us at careers@umms.edu.