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Manager Nursing ED & Med -Surg
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Fort Oglethorpe, GA, 30742
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 42.99-63.95 HOUR
Date Posted : 16 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Leading a team whose primary responsibility is taking care of others is very important. Our nursing Managers are directly responsible for overseeing the quality of patient care and assure the delivery of individualized nursing care is given from each team member. The right person for this opportunity will have strong leadership characteristics and a passion for jumping in and working directly with the team when necessary. If this describes you, connect with us and join our elite team of skilled nurses.
What you’ll do:
- Leader of an Emergence department and a Telemetry Unit
- Oversees quality of patient care to assure delivery of individualized nursing care
- Oversees patient care delivery to maximize patient/family satisfaction and minimize risk of injury or negative outcomes to patients or employees while serving as a resource for staff
- Directs staff during emergency situations
- Coordinates orientation and/or training for team
- Responsible for driving patient care across the continuum through leadership of disciplinary care rounds and care management
Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license that allows you to practice in our state
- BSN required from an accredited nursing program
- Minimum of 3 years leadership experience OR minimum of 5 years leadership experience in the discipline OR Master’s Degree and no experience
- Two years in charge or leadership position within last five years in a hospital setting. Five years recent nursing experience
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- ACLS required within 6 months
- Specialty certification required within 6 months
- Additional certification or licensure may be required for some specialty areas
CHI Memorial Hospital, now part of CommonSpirit Health formed between Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health, is once again the only hospital in the Chattanooga area to be named a Best Regional Hospital by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be the regional referral center of choice providing health care throughout Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia.
We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:
- Loan Forgiveness Program
- Relocation
- On-site childcare (Glenwood campus) with extended hours
- On-site gym (Glenwood campus) with a variety of group classes
- Board Certification Allowance
- Care@Work premium account for additional support with children, pets, dependent adults, and household needs
- Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
- Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs
- Wellness Program
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Frequently asked questions
Managing Nursing ED & Med-Surg units demands acute crisis management skills and multitasking across emergency and telemetry care. Unlike broader nursing management, it requires direct engagement during emergencies and a nuanced understanding of patient care dynamics in acute and medical-surgical settings, ensuring high patient satisfaction and staff readiness.
Beyond ACLS and BLS, pursuing specialty certifications like CMSRN (Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse) or CEN (Certified Emergency Nurse) within six months boosts expertise. These certifications validate proficiency in emergency and med-surg care, aligning well with leadership roles at facilities like Catholic Health Initiatives.
Yes, Nurse Managers in ED & Med-Surg can advance to director roles or clinical program leadership, especially within integrated health systems like CommonSpirit Health. Leadership experience coupled with advanced degrees opens pathways into hospital-wide quality or patient care management positions.
In Fort Oglethorpe, GA, Nursing Managers in ED & Med-Surg typically earn between $85,000 and $110,000 annually. Factors influencing pay include years of leadership experience, certifications, and the employing healthcare system’s scale, such as Catholic Health Initiatives, which offers competitive compensation packages.
Catholic Health Initiatives provides robust support including loan forgiveness, tuition assistance, and wellness programs. Their integration with CommonSpirit Health fosters an environment with access to professional development and leadership resources tailored for Nursing Managers overseeing critical units like Emergency and Med-Surg.
Managing at CHI Memorial involves balancing high patient acuity in emergency and telemetry units, navigating regional healthcare demands, and coordinating care across disciplines. The rural-urban mix in southeast Tennessee and north Georgia requires adaptability to diverse patient populations and resource management.
Fort Oglethorpe’s growing healthcare needs, driven by an aging population and regional referrals, heighten demand for skilled Nursing Managers. Competition exists but is less intense than metro areas, offering opportunities for candidates with strong leadership and specialized certifications in emergency and med-surg nursing.
A Nurse Operations Manager in ED & Med-Surg focuses on streamlining patient flow, coordinating multidisciplinary rounds, and mitigating risks during emergencies. The role demands proactive staff training and resource allocation to uphold quality care and safety standards unique to high-stress hospital units.
A master’s degree equips candidates with advanced leadership theories, evidence-based practice, and strategic healthcare management skills critical to overseeing complex emergency and medical-surgical operations at Catholic Health Initiatives, enhancing decision-making and patient care outcomes.
Leaders must be highly adaptable, decisive in crisis, and collaborative, balancing urgent emergency responses with ongoing telemetry monitoring. This dual oversight demands a hands-on approach, fostering team resilience while ensuring individualized patient care across varying acuity levels.