Emergency Department - Rn Nurse Manager

Join North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) as our Nurse Manager for the Emergency Department, where leadership meets purpose. This vital role oversees a dedicated team providing life-saving care to our community 24/7. If you’re a confident and compassionate nurse-leader passionate about advancing emergency care standards in a supportive, mission-driven hospital, NARMC is the place to make a lasting impact.

About Us

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a mission-driven, community-focused hospital serving the Ozarks with excellence, compassion, and integrity. We are committed to providing high-quality, patient-centered healthcare and fostering a supportive work environment built on teamwork, professional growth, and respect. At NARMC, every employee contributes to a culture that values safety, service, and belonging.

Job Summary

The Emergency Department Nurse Manager provides 24-hour leadership and operational oversight for emergency services, including trauma, medical, surgical, and pediatric emergencies. The Nurse Manager ensures compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards while fostering a culture of teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care.

Job Summary

The Emergency Department Nurse Manager provides 24-hour leadership and operational oversight for emergency services, including trauma, medical, surgical, and pediatric emergencies. The Nurse Manager ensures compliance with state, federal, and accreditation standards while fostering a culture of teamwork, clinical excellence, and patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee staffing, patient throughput, and triage operations to maintain timely and safe emergency care.
• Ensure compliance with ENA, CMS, and EMTALA standards.
• Collaborate with EMS and inpatient units to ensure seamless patient transfers.
• Lead programmatic oversight for Trauma, Stroke, and STEMI readiness, ensuring compliance with state and national accreditation requirements.
• Partner with Quality and Medical Staff to review performance data and implement improvement plans.
• Ensure disaster preparedness and emergency management coordination.
• Hire, train, and evaluate nursing and paramedic staff.
• Ensure timely completion of certifications (ACLS, PALS/ENPC, TNCC, stroke education).
• Promote professional growth through mentorship, simulation, and scenario-based education.
• Manage department budget and supply utilization.
• Ensure compliance with charge capture, documentation, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in operating and capital budget planning.

Job Qualifications

Compensation & Schedule

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience.
• Full-time, exempt position with 24-hour accountability for department operations.
• On-site leadership presence with flexibility for after-hours consultation as needed.

Why Join Us

At NARMC, we believe in caring for our people as well as our patients. You’ll find a workplace that values your leadership, respects your voice, and supports your professional growth. We foster collaboration, innovation, and balance—empowering our nurse leaders to make meaningful impacts every day.

Benefits Overview

• Multiple health plan options (PPO and HDHP) with coverage through NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
• Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) available.
• Basic life insurance ($40,000) and AD&D provided at no cost; voluntary life options available.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage offered.
• Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 3.5% company match, vested over 5 years.
• Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) with accrual based on service years.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
• AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
• On-site wellness center and discounted membership at Planet Fitness.
• Tuition reimbursement and support for continuing education.
• Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
• Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
• Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.