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An Emergency Department Manager oversees the daily operations of a hospital's emergency department, ensuring efficient patient care, staff coordination, and compliance with healthcare regulations. They manage budgets, implement policies, and collaborate with medical teams to optimize workflow and emergency response. Their role involves staff supervision, resource allocation, and improving patient outcomes through quality care initiatives. Effective leadership and problem-solving skills are essential for handling high-pressure situations and maintaining department efficiency.

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To thrive as an Emergency Department Manager, you need a background in nursing or healthcare management, strong leadership abilities, and a relevant degree or licensure (such as RN or BSN). Familiarity with hospital information systems, EHR platforms, departmental budgeting tools, and compliance with regulatory standards like EMTALA is essential. Exceptional organizational skills, effective communication, and the ability to remain calm under pressure distinguish outstanding candidates. These skills are crucial for maintaining high-quality patient care, staff efficiency, and optimal department operations in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

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Infographic showing various Emergency Department Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 17% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $99,153 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Emergency Department Manager

Bolivar, MO • On-site

Citizens Memorial
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

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Full-time

Posted 10 days ago

Job description

Citizens Memorial Hospital (CMH) is hiring a Registered Nurse (RN) Department Manager to join our Emergency Department in Bolivar, Missouri- someone who leads with skill, compassion, and a drive to positively impact every patient and family we serve.
Position Details
  • Status: Full‑Time
  • Work Shift: Days

Incentives
Qualified candidates may also receive:
  • Tuition Assistance or Loan Reimbursement
  • Up to $ 10,000 Sign-On Bonus

What Your Day Looks Like:The Emergency Department at CMH is a 29-bed unit with designated trauma beds, designated OB/GYN, cardiac and obstetric rooms and medical beds. We serve as the closest hospital for Polk County and six surrounding counties in our service area. Department or facility description from website)
As a Department Manager in ED you will be supervising nursing staff in providing nursing care to Emergency Services patients when acting as Emergency Services Charge Nurse. Providing leadership that fosters the development and implementation of a trauma program that meets or exceeds the state regulations; as well as fostering autonomy, accountability, service excellence, professional growth and development of staff. In collaboration with the ED staff, the Director of Emergency Services, the ED Medical Director, ancillary services and hospital administration, ensures that CMH's Emergency Department provides care that meets or exceeds the Standard of Care for Emergency Departments as dictated by JCAHO, CMS, State of Missouri, OSHA, State Regulations for a designated STROKE, STEMI, and Trauma Center, and other applicable regulating and surveying agencies.
We strive to continuously educate and support each other in the advancement of critical thinking and proficiency in our skill set.
  • Actively and consistently contributes to Emergency Services Department operations and communications
  • Working as part of a closely-knit team
  • Thriving in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications:
Education: Associates or Bachelor's degree
Skills: Clinical expertise, quick decision-making, strong communication, and the ability to handle high-pressure situations.
Licensure/Certification: RN
Physical Requirements: The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time and to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Benefits That Support You
  • Competitive wages, annual merit increases, employee wellness program
  • For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: CMH benefits.

Why CMH?
CMH includes 34 primary and specialty clinics, six long‑term care facilities, and one residential care facility. We provide acute care, emergency services, ambulatory care, surgical services, pharmacies, walk‑in clinics, addiction recovery, therapies, and more - all grounded in exceptional, community‑focused healthcare.
  • CMH is a three-time recipient of the Missouri Quality Award.
  • 2025 Chest Pain-MI Platinum Award
  • Springfield Business Journal awards include multiple years as an Economic Impact Award nominee and being honored in the Dynamic Dozen for being one of the top 12 fastest-growing companies in southwest Missouri.
  • Click here to see the full list of awards for CMH!

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Recruiter Contact
Cynthia McDaniel
Phone: 417.328.6793
Email: Cynthia.McDaniel@citizensmemorial.com

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