Interim Med/Surg Nurse Manager

About the role

An Interim Med/Surg Nurse Manager is needed to provide leadership for a 33‑bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit in Tacoma, Washington. Reporting to the Director, this leader will oversee 35 full‑time equivalents (FTEs) and be responsible for visible, engaged leadership, patient‑facing interactions, quality and patient‑safety improvement, staffing challenges, trust‑building, collaboration, and strengthening unit culture. The position starts ASAP, with the selected candidate expected to begin within 2‑3 weeks of acceptance.

The Tacoma community offers a vibrant waterfront setting along Puget Sound, scenic views, and abundant outdoor recreation such as Point Defiance Park, Ruston Way waterfront, and easy access to Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula, and Mount Rainier.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible and engaged leadership for the 33‑bed Med/Surg Telemetry unit.
• Support patient‑facing interactions and promote a patient‑focused environment.
• Drive quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Address staffing challenges and ensure appropriate coverage.
• Build trust and collaboration among staff, unit directors, and leadership.
• Continue efforts to strengthen and sustain a positive unit culture.
• Oversee 35 FTEs, ensuring effective performance and accountability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (required).
• Active RN license (required).
• Prior nursing leadership experience in a Med/Surg environment (required).
• Union experience highly preferred.
• Highly organized, patient‑focused, and adaptable to rapidly changing needs.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Availability to start within 2‑3 weeks of acceptance.

Pay

Pay range: $150,000 – $160,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, education, training, location, internal equity, and budget considerations, in accordance with a Fair Market Value evaluation.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (may include health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, AD&D, and a flexible spending account; specifics vary by role and duration).
• Retirement benefits.
• Full tax handling, including employer FICA contributions.
• Travel, accommodation, and work‑related expenses covered for interim positions.
• Bi‑weekly trips home at the client’s expense, plus rental car and comfortable lodging.
• Potential eligibility for a compact nursing license to work in Nurse Licensure Compact states.