Assistant Manager ADON Cardiovascular ICU and Cardiovascular IMC

General Summary of Position

Key Responsibilities

As the Assistant Director of Nursing (ADON), you will support the Director of Nursing in overseeing the unit's clinical operations and staff performance. You'll help lead patient care delivery, provide mentorship, and assist with quality and safety initiatives while ensuring adherence to regulatory and organizational standards.

This role is ideal for a Registered Nurse with experience as a charge nurse or preceptor who is ready to transition into a formal leadership position.

Responsibilities include:

• Supporting day-to-day unit operations and staffing
• Coaching, mentoring, and developing frontline nursing staff
• Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote high-quality, evidence-based care
• Supporting staff engagement, patient satisfaction, and unit-based goals
• Maintaining compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements

What We Offer

Culture - A collaborative, supportive leadership environment rooted in MedStar's SPIRIT values: Service, Patient First, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Teamwork.

Career Growth - Leadership development, mentorship from experienced nursing leaders, and resources to help you thrive in your new role and grow in your career.

Wellbeing - Competitive compensation and full suite of benefits including health, vision, and dental coverage, paid time off, tuition assistance, and our robust Nursing Wellbeing Program.

Reputation - Work in a top-ranked hospital known for cardiac excellence, Magnet recognition, and commitment to innovation, education, and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• ADN, BSN, MSN, or CNL from an accredited School of Nursing required
• Active Maryland RN license (or compact license)
• BLS required; ACLS strongly preferred
• Prior experience as a charge nurse, preceptor, or other informal leader required
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, and organizational skills

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications

This position has a hiring range of $100,588 - $190340.00