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Korn Ferry lists this Nursing Director Emergency Department and Behavioral Health opportunity in bowie, Maryland. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Transformation Leader
Director, Emergency Department & Behavioral Health
University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center | Metro Washington, DC (Onsite)
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Korn Ferry is partnering with executive leadership at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center to identify a transformational leader for Emergency and Behavioral Health Services . This highly visible role is ideal for a relationship-driven leader who excels in complex environments and is passionate about improving culture, patient flow, staff engagement, and operational performance.
Why UM Capital Region?
As a Level II Trauma Center within the University of Maryland Medical System , Capital Region Medical Center serves a highly diverse, high-acuity population and continues to build momentum through quality improvements, operational advancements, and strong executive support. With a modern facility and significant organizational investment, this leader will help shape the future of Emergency and Behavioral Health Services.
Key Responsibilities
Lead a 75,000-visit Emergency Department and Behavioral Health Unit.
Improve throughput, quality outcomes, employee engagement, and operational performance.
Develop and mentor nursing leaders while strengthening team stability.
Partner closely with physicians, nursing leaders, and executives to advance patient care and organizational goals.
Lead culture change initiatives that foster accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
What We're Looking For
BSN required; experienced nurse leader with 5+ years of Emergency Department leadership in a complex, high-acuity environment.
Track record leading large, fast-paced clinical operations and delivering measurable results.
Visible, frontline leader who builds credibility through engagement and presence.
Strong experience driving transformation, developing leaders, and improving performance.
Background in trauma, behavioral health, academic medicine, or union environments is a plus.
Seeking a long-term opportunity to make a meaningful organizational impact.
Why This Opportunity?
This is more than a department leadership role. It's an opportunity to build on meaningful progress, lead a multi-year transformation, and create lasting change across two critical service lines. xhmxlyz
If you are a transformational nursing leader who is passionate about developing people, strengthening culture, and elevating patient care, we welcome a confidential conversation. Contact:
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Worksite address
bowie, MD, 20721, US
Who can apply
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