Emergency Department Nurse Manager

Emergency Department Nurse ManagerSentara Albemarle Medical Center – Elizabeth City, NC is hiring an experienced nurse manager for the Emergency Department!This position is eligible for the Management Incentive Bonus!Sentara Albemarle Medical Center is seeking an experienced and dynamic Emergency Department Nurse Manager to lead the daily 24/7 operations of the Emergency Department. The Nurse Manager is responsible and accountable for supervising patient care services staff, coordinating quality and customer service initiatives, assisting with departmental budget development and monitoring, coordinating purchasing and payroll processes, and serving as a clinical and technical resource for team members. This leader will also provide operational support and mentorship to staff while ensuring exceptional patient care and departmental performance.The ideal candidate is a collaborative, relationship-based leader with exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to implement sustainable change. This role is well suited for someone who is passionate about continuous improvement, team engagement, accountability, and driving strong patient care outcomes. Experience with Emergency Department metrics and reporting tools is preferred.The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of leading high-performing teams, fostering accountability, improving clinical and operational outcomes, and creating a positive culture of engagement, professional development, and retention. This leader will be skilled in coaching and mentoring staff, building strong interdisciplinary relationships, and driving initiatives that support quality, patient safety, and exceptional patient experiences.This is an excellent opportunity to lead, mentor, and support a highly engaged team while helping drive quality outcomes, operational excellence, and exceptional patient care in a fast-paced Emergency Department environment.Why Sentara Albemarle Medical Center?Sentara Albemarle Medical Center serves northeastern North Carolina with a caring team of approximately 750 employees and 450 medical providers. We pride ourselves on our family-oriented culture and strong commitment to serving our community. SAMC is one of only 12 hospitals in North Carolina to earn Magnet with Distinction® status, reflecting our commitment to nursing excellence and exceptional patient care.As the only hospital serving northeastern North Carolina for more than 60 years, SAMC is celebrating the opening of its newly constructed hospital campus in 2025. Our 90-bed facility offers more than 25 specialties, including emergency services, maternity care, orthopedics, medical and surgical services, outpatient laboratory and imaging services, and comprehensive breast care.QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) requiredMaster's Degree (MSN) preferredLicensure/CertificationCurrent North Carolina RN License or Multistate Compact RN License requiredACLS and PALS or ENPC certification required within one year of hireExperienceMinimum of three (3) years of acute care RN experience requiredPrior supervisory experience is required.Join Our TeamIf you are a passionate nursing leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to make a meaningful impact on emergency care in northeastern North Carolina, we invite you to apply and join the Sentara Albemarle Medical Center team.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career • Medical, Dental, Vision plans • Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000 • Paid Time Off and Sick Leave • Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave • Emergency Backup Care • Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans • Life Insurance • 401k/403B with Employer Match • Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education • Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000 • Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development • Pet Insurance • Legal Resources Plan • Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met