Nurse Manager – Emergency Services (Freestanding ED)

Nurse Manager – Emergency Services (Freestanding ED)

Mount Dora, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Schedule: Days | Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

On-Call: Required | Responsible for 24/7 operations

Salary Range:

• Min: $95,000

• Mid: $107,000 (~10 years of experience)

• Max: $114,000 (15+ years of experience)

Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Overview

A freestanding emergency department (FSED) in Lake County, Florida is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Emergency Services to oversee clinical operations, staffing, and quality outcomes.

This leadership role manages an 11-bed FSED with low daily volume (~22 patients/day), private rooms, on-site imaging, and a resuscitation room. The ideal candidate is a self-directed emergency nursing leader with strong clinical judgment, operational discipline, and experience managing autonomous emergency settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational and clinical oversight of the freestanding emergency department

• Ensure high-quality, patient-centered emergency nursing care aligned with regulatory and accreditation standards

• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and skill mix to meet patient care needs

• Monitor clinical quality indicators, patient safety outcomes, and throughput efficiency

• Lead evidence-based practice implementation to reduce variation and improve outcomes

• Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements

• Oversee equipment readiness, maintenance, and emergency preparedness

• Coordinate admissions, transfers, and discharges to ensure efficient patient flow

• Collaborate with physicians, clinical leaders, and support departments to ensure continuity of care

• Lead employee engagement, performance management, coaching, and professional development

• Address employee concerns and foster a culture of accountability and transparency

• Manage departmental operating expenses and identify cost-containment opportunities

• Support service recovery and patient experience initiatives

Required:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) or Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license

• Minimum 1 year of recent acute care emergency leadership experience

• Charge Nurse, Coordinator, Supervisor, or Manager level

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma

• BLS within 30 days of hire

• ACLS within 6 months of hire

• PALS or ENPC within 6 months of hire

Preferred:

• Prior freestanding ED or rural emergency department leadership experience

• Strong autonomous clinical decision-making skills

• Previous experience in multi-site or system-based emergency services

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive leadership salary

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with 100% employer match on 3%–9% of pay

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Tuition assistance and certification support

• Employee wellness, mental health, and financial support programs

• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities

Ideal For

• Emergency Department Charge Nurses or Supervisors ready to step into management

• ED Nurse Managers seeking a low-volume, autonomous FSED environment

• Leaders who value weekday schedules with operational accountability

• Candidates seeking stability and leadership impact in a rural or semi-rural community

Keywords

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