Job Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced ER Nurse Director to lead our Emergency Department with energy, expertise, and a passion for exceptional patient care. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all aspects of emergency nursing operations, ensuring efficient workflow, high-quality clinical standards, and a compassionate environment for patients and staff alike. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement, foster teamwork, and uphold compliance with healthcare regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of emergency services while supporting the professional growth of your team.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Emergency Department, ensuring delivery of timely, effective, and patient-centered care.
- Supervise nursing staff, including hiring, training, evaluating performance, and promoting a positive work environment that encourages collaboration and excellence.
- Develop and implement care protocols aligned with best practices in critical care, acute care, and emergency medicine.
- Monitor patient flow and staffing levels to optimize shift management and reduce wait times while maintaining safety standards.
- Oversee documentation review, medical records management, and EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems to ensure accuracy, HIPAA compliance, and efficient recordkeeping.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams—including physicians, case managers, social workers, and ancillary staff—to coordinate comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident’s needs.
- Manage departmental budgets, resource allocation, and supply inventories to sustain operational efficiency without compromising quality.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations such as Medicare requirements and safety standards related to physiology knowledge, anatomy knowledge, medical terminology, and patient monitoring.
- Lead quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, risk management, and resident satisfaction—especially in relation to residents’ <PERSON>.
Requirements
- Proven experience in critical care or acute care settings with demonstrated leadership in an emergency or hospital environment.
- Prior management or supervising experience in healthcare settings; nurse management skills are essential.
- Strong knowledge of physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and documentation review processes.
- Familiarity with EMR systems and medical records management; ability to adapt quickly to new technologies.
- Experience in assisted living or home health environments is a plus; familiarity with hospice care is advantageous.
- Excellent understanding of HIPAA regulations to ensure resident privacy and data security.
- Ability to manage shift schedules effectively while maintaining high standards of patient monitoring and care plans.
- Strong case management skills with an emphasis on Medicare regulations and reimbursement processes related to emergency services.
- Exceptional leadership qualities with the ability to motivate teams, foster professional development, and promote a culture of safety and compassion.
Join us in leading a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding emergency care.
Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
