Nurse Manager II - Med Surg Urology

Full Time Day Shift - Tri Health Bethesda North Hospital

• No weekends/holidays but will have 24 hour call responsibilities

The 6200 Medical-Surgical Unit at Tri Health Bethesda North Hospital is a dynamic 38-bed unit specializing in urology care
. Patients admitted to this unit often face urological conditions, such as infections and other complications, but our team also treats a wide range of medical patients with complex needs, including diabetes management, and more. The 6200 unit offers a unique environment for both new graduates and seasoned nurses to expand their clinical expertise, focusing on skill development, time management, and the care of diverse patient populations.

Nurses on this unit bring advanced technical knowledge in the field of urology, supported by an in-depth understanding of related pathophysiology and the ability to interpret complex lab results. Committed to fostering a positive learning environment, the 6200 unit is rooted in professional growth and continuous improvement
, proudly affiliated with leading organizations like the ANCC, ANA, American Society of Urology, and the American Society of Nephrology. Certification opportunities such as MED-SURG, GERO-BC, and CMSRN further enhance the professional development of our team. Together, we create a collaborative atmosphere where nurses can grow and thrive, always keeping patient-centered care at the heart of everything we do.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative, collegial environment with strong nurse ‑ physician partnerships.
• Opportunity to sharpen rapid assessment and decision ‑ making skills in a fast ‑ moving Med Surg setting
• Autonomy to apply holistic, evidence ‑ based nursing care across diverse patient populations.
• A culture that prioritizes patient dignity, safety, and the voices of frontline nurses.

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package
—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options — this role offers career growth opportunities.

• Certification within specialty area within two years of assuming position
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Registered Nurse licensure required
• Membership in related professional organization preferred
• 2-3 years' experience in progressive leadership in nursing, preferably within a Med Surg setting
• 2-3 years' experience within a clinical acute care nursing setting

Job Responsibilities:

Quality and Patient Safety

• Monitors key quality, safety, and nursing outcome indicators
• Implements performance improvement initiatives based on data and best practices
• Ensures care delivery meets regulatory standards and customer expectations
• Evaluates internal and external customer satisfaction to drive improvements
• Actively identifies staff concerns and potential retention risks
• Supports retention of new employees, particularly new graduate nurses
• Maintains high visibility, availability, and approachability on the unit
• Varies work schedule to ensure leadership presence across shifts

Staff Recruitment and Selection

• Assesses departmental staffing needs and sets recruitment priorities
• Partners with Human Resources on recruitment and hiring efforts
• Networks internally and externally to build a strong candidate pool
• Interviews, evaluates, and selects candidates aligned with unit needs
• Identifies staff educational and professional development needs
• Collaborates with nurse educators to support learning opportunities
• Monitors staff performance and compliance with policies and procedures
• Addresses performance gaps through coaching and corrective actions
• Promotes open, interactive communication with staff
• Provides opportunities for feedback and staff input on initiatives
• Builds effective, collegial relationships with physicians and interdisciplinary teams
• Collaborates with staff to achieve strategic nursing and unit-specific goals
• Develops leadership skills among staff, including Shared Leadership Committee members
• Fosters a culture of mutual respect, accountability, and collaboration

Leadership Performance Standards

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