Nurse Manager - Emergency Department - NMEDJM

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Topeka
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Nurse Manager – Emergency Department (ED) Location: Overland Park, KS Shift: Days Employment Type: Full-Time Department: Emergency Services About the Facility A hospital in the Kansas City metro area is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Emergency Department . The facility offers comprehensive emergency and specialty services including stroke and chest pain accreditation, women’s and children’s services, Level III NICU, maternal fetal medicine, and multiple emergency care access points including pediatric and freestanding ERs. Position Summary Under the direction of the Director of Emergency Services and hospital nursing leadership, the Nurse Manager provides operational and clinical leadership for the Emergency Department. The Manager ensures high-quality, patient-centered care through oversight of daily department operations, staffing, clinical standards, and team performance. This role holds staff accountable for quality metrics and clinical outcomes aligned with organizational objectives. Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of a high-volume Emergency Department. Ensure appropriate staffing and labor management based on patient acuity and census. Monitor and evaluate nursing care delivery in accordance with policies and evidence-based standards. Drive quality improvement initiatives and maintain regulatory compliance. Support staff development, performance management, and retention strategies. Collaborate with hospital leadership to meet operational and financial goals. Promote a culture of patient safety, accountability, and service excellence. Manage departmental budget, supplies, and resource utilization. Department Overview Trauma Level: II ED Volume: ~100 patients per day ED Beds: 24 main beds 12 hallway beds FTEs Overseen: Approximately 90 Additional Departments: ED only Reports To: ED Director / Hospital Nursing Leadership Required Qualifications Minimum 3 years recent (within the last year) acute care leadership experience in the Emergency Department . Charge Nurse experience in a high-acuity ED may be considered; Manager-level experience strongly preferred. Experience in high-volume, high-acuity facilities required. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. BSN preferred or actively pursuing (completion within 2 years of hire). Current RN license (state of practice or compact license). Certifications Required (within 90 days of hire): ACLS TNCC NIH Stroke Scale ENPC or PALS Compensation Salary Range: $44.27 – $61.99 per hour (Compensation heavily based on years of experience. Candidates near the top of the range typically have 15–20 years of leadership experience at Manager/Director level.) Sign-On Bonus: $25,000 (2-year commitment required) Benefits Package The organization offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including: Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including low/no-cost services) Prescription and behavioral health coverage 401(k) with employer match Employee stock purchase program Tuition assistance and certification support Paid time off and family leave Disability and supplemental insurance options Employee assistance programs (emotional, financial, legal support) Wellness resources and telemedicine services Relocation assistance (if applicable) For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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