Director of Nursing

Opportunity Overview We are seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services to provide executive oversight across a multi-site emergency care network, including a high-volume Main ER, a Surgical Hospital ER, and four Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs). This role oversees 100+ FTEs and directly supports strategic growth, clinical quality, budget forecasting, throughput optimization, and strong medical director partnerships.

• Cultivates a superior clinical identity using evidence-based practices to advance patient safety and quality outcomes; manages variation in clinical practice to enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and cost control.
• Ensures strict adherence to standards of care, legal/regulatory standards, internal/external benchmarks, accreditations, and designations.
• Oversees equipment maintenance in accordance with regulatory and accreditation guidelines.
• Directs nursing practice and unit operations, developing policies and standards to assess, meet, and evaluate patient and family needs.
• Optimizes patient throughput and care delivery via volume forecasting, flow coordination, admission/discharge planning, and care coordination policies.
• Fosters interdisciplinary communication, ensuring appropriate clinical competencies are assigned to meet care needs.
• Sustains a positive patient experience and provides leadership to execute strategic roadmaps for customer/patient satisfaction.
• Leverages feedback mechanisms and collaborates with subject matter experts to elevate service standards.
• Attracts, develops, engages, and retains top talent, ensuring alignment of skills and roles to meet business needs.

• Participates in annual budget preparation (revenue/expense forecasts, staffing, equipment); monitors performance, evaluates variances, and executes corrective action plans.
• Directs labor management, including position control, scheduling excellence, productivity, and premium pay control while maintaining proper patient care staffing.
• Manages operating expenses, supply/equipment utilization, and cost-reduction initiatives.

• Surgical Hospital ER: ~3 patients/week.
• Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs): 4 locations (supported by two dedicated FSED Managers).
• Leadership Environment: Features a strong Medical Director partnership; position is open due to the previous Director being promoted to ACNO.

• Experience: 3+ years of applicable experience required (5+ years preferred).
• Background: Must have strong, current Emergency Department Director experience.