Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

The Nurse in Charge (NIC) is a designated clinical leader for a patient care area who works under the supervision  of and in collaboration with the Department Director to plan and coordinate care at the service/department level. 

Holy Cross Health is seeking an experienced Nurse Supervisor - Joint & Spine to provide frontline clinical leadership for our Joint & Spine unit at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital. This is an outstanding opportunity for a skilled Registered Nurse who is passionate about patient-centered care, team development, operational excellence, and high-quality outcomes.

As the Nurse Supervisor, you will work collaboratively with the Department Director to coordinate patient care delivery, oversee daily operations, support staff performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and quality standards. You will serve as a clinical resource and role model while helping to create an environment of excellence for patients, families, and colleagues.

What You'll Do

As a key nursing leader, you will:

• Coordinate and oversee patient care operations for the Joint & Spine unit

• Direct and supervise professional and non-professional clinical staff

• Manage staffing assignments, scheduling, and workflow optimization

• Promote safe, effective, and efficient utilization of resources

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards

• Assist with onboarding, orientation, education, and professional development of staff

• Serve as a clinical expert, mentor, and resource for the care team

• Foster a culture of service excellence, collaboration, and accountability

Minimum Qualifications

Required

• Current Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Minimum of three (3) years of orthopedic, spine, surgical, acute care, or related specialty nursing experience

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Nursing (MSN)

• Previous charge nurse, supervisor, or nursing leadership experience

• Experience in Joint Replacement, Orthopedics, Spine, Surgical, or Medical-Surgical Services

Why Join Holy Cross Health?

At Holy Cross Health, you'll be part of one of the region's most respected healthcare organizations dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care.

Benefits Available Day One

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Mental health and wellness benefits

• 403(b) retirement savings plan

Compensation

Pay Range: $439.47 - $61.20 per hour

Compensation is based on experience, education, skills, and internal equity considerations. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) are paid within the equivalent base salary range.

About Holy Cross Health

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving more than 240,000 individuals annually throughout Montgomery and Prince George's counties. Recognized nationally for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care, Holy Cross Health has earned numerous awards, accreditations, and specialty distinctions, including recognition among America's Best Hospitals.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.