Director of Emergency Services
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Nursing
Director of Nursing
Director of Emergency Services – Frankfort, KY
Full-Time | Days | No Weekends
Compensation: $110,552 – $176,883 annually
Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
Sign-On Bonus: Case by Case
Incentive Bonus: 17.5% – 26.25%
Join a nationally recognized acute care hospital serving Central Kentucky for over 40 years. As Director of Emergency Services, you’ll lead a 28-bed Level III Trauma Center that manages 35,000–45,000 annual visits. This role offers the opportunity to shape emergency care excellence in a 173-bed facility known for clinical quality, engaged leadership, and a collaborative culture.
Responsibilities- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department.
- Ensure delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care consistent with evidence-based standards.
- Oversee daily operations, staffing, and patient throughput to maintain efficiency and safety.
- Monitor department performance metrics and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Manage department budgets, labor resources, and equipment utilization.
- Collaborate with physicians and administrative leadership to expand and optimize services.
- Develop and coach high-performing teams through mentorship, feedback, and engagement.
- Lead compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence.
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Active RN license (Compact or Kentucky).
- 3+ years of progressive emergency services leadership in an acute care hospital.
- Demonstrated success improving ED metrics (throughput, LWBS, patient satisfaction, etc.).
Preferred:
- Master’s Degree (MSN, MHA, or MBA).
- Experience managing a 30+ bed Emergency Department with 30K+ annual visits.
- Proven record of leading teams through growth or performance turnaround initiatives.
- Competitive salary with annual incentive bonus (17.5–26.25%).
- Up to $15,000 relocation assistance.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development programs.
- Employee stock purchase plan and wellness resources.
Experienced and energetic nurse leaders ready to elevate emergency services performance in a high-volume, community-based hospital. Ideal for a seasoned Director or a strong Manager currently running day-to-day operations of a large ED seeking a Director-level opportunity.
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Delivering exceptional emergency care through collaboration, quality, and innovation.
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