Clinical Administrator (RN) - Float Pool

MedStar St. Mary's Hospital | Leonardtown, Maryland

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced clinical environment, enjoys solving problems, and is ready to make a broader impact on patient care?

MedStar St. Mary's Hospital is seeking a Clinical Administrator (RN) to provide hospital-wide nursing leadership, support clinical teams, and ensure safe, high-quality patient care throughout assigned shifts.

In this role, you'll serve as a key member of our nursing leadership team, helping coordinate staffing, manage patient flow, address clinical and operational challenges, and support nurses across multiple departments.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN, Charge Nurse, or Nursing Supervisor who enjoys being a resource for others, making critical decisions, and leading beyond the bedside.

Provide Hospital-Wide Nursing Leadership

• Serve as the nursing leadership resource during assigned shifts, providing clinical and operational oversight across multiple units or departments.

• Support nursing teams with clinical decision-making, complex patient situations, staffing challenges, and day-to-day operational needs.

• Collaborate with nursing leaders, physicians, and hospital administration to resolve issues and maintain continuity of care.

• Respond to urgent clinical and operational situations, using sound judgment and appropriate escalation to ensure patient and associate safety.

Coordinate Staffing and Patient Flow

• Assess staffing needs across departments and adjust resources to support safe, effective patient care.

• Coordinate nursing coverage, including float pool, per diem, and supplemental staffing resources.

• Partner with Admissions, Capacity Management, and other departments to facilitate patient placement, transfers, discharges, and bed availability.

• Anticipate operational challenges and implement timely solutions to maintain efficient hospital operations.

Support Quality, Safety, and the Patient Experience

• Monitor patient care activities and intervene when needed to support positive clinical outcomes.

• Round on nursing units to identify opportunities to improve patient safety, associate engagement, and the overall care experience.

• Address patient and family concerns, support service recovery, and follow up on safety events.

• Promote compliance with clinical policies, evidence-based practices, regulatory standards, and patient safety initiatives.

Coach, Mentor, and Support Nursing Teams

• Serve as a clinical resource, professional role model, and trusted leader for nursing associates.

• Provide real-time coaching, guidance, and support to strengthen clinical performance and professional development.

• Foster teamwork, accountability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a positive nursing practice environment.

• Collaborate with nursing leadership on staff orientation, performance improvement, and ongoing development.

• Contribute to nursing quality initiatives, shared governance, and organizational improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from a nationally accredited nursing program.

• Active Maryland Registered Nurse license or recognized multistate/compact RN license.

• 3-4 years of progressive nursing care experience.

• Required CPR certification for healthcare providers from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross within 90 days of hire, including applicable BLS and NRP requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field.

• Previous nursing leadership or management experience.

• Experience as a Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor, Clinical Coordinator, or similar clinical leadership role.

• Experience coordinating staffing, patient flow, or clinical operations across multiple departments.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Strong clinical judgment and the ability to make confident decisions in a dynamic hospital environment.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Ability to prioritize competing demands while maintaining a patient-first approach.

• A collaborative leadership style that builds trust and supports nursing teams.

• Commitment to clinical excellence, professional nursing practice, and continuous improvement.

At MedStar St. Mary's Hospital, you'll have the opportunity to combine your nursing expertise with meaningful leadership responsibilities while helping support the delivery of exceptional care to our community.

As a Clinical Administrator, you'll have the opportunity to:

• Expand your leadership impact: Influence patient care and nursing operations across the hospital rather than within a single unit.

• Stay connected to clinical practice: Apply your nursing knowledge and clinical judgment while supporting nurses and patients.

• Be a trusted resource: Help clinical teams navigate challenging situations and make informed decisions.

• Shape the nursing experience: Contribute to a supportive, collaborative environment where nurses can succeed.

• Advance your career: Build valuable experience in nursing administration, hospital operations, and clinical leadership.

If you're an experienced RN who enjoys leading teams, solving clinical challenges, and making a difference beyond the bedside, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.

Join MedStar St. Mary's Hospital as a Clinical Administrator and help lead the teams delivering exceptional care to our community.

Apply today!