Director, Nursing - Emergency Services

Nevada System of Higher Education•Highland Park, NJ

3d•$62 - $96•Hybrid

About The Position

This position provides visionary leadership and oversight of the Emergency Departments, EMS, Trauma and SANE programs at Swedish, Evanston, Glenbrook, Skokie and Highland Park hospitals. The role involves setting strategic goals and objectives aligned with Endeavor Health's mission and vision, collaborating with hospital leadership to drive patient care initiatives and quality improvement programs, and overseeing the daily operations of the Emergency Department service line and quality initiatives. The Director will monitor and evaluate patient care programs to ensure the highest standards of care and patient safety, and ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations and accreditation requirements. This includes conducting regular audits, implementing quality assurance programs, analyzing patient care data, and implementing evidence-based practices. The role also involves recruiting, mentoring, and leading a team of healthcare professionals, fostering professional growth, collaborating with patient experience teams, and managing resource allocation including budget, staffing, and equipment efficiently and cost-effectively. Data analytics will be utilized to assess performance metrics and make data-driven decisions.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree Nursing required
Masters in Nursing or other related field required
BLS, ACLS, PALS from the American Heart Association required
Extensive healthcare leadership experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a relevant senior management role within a hospital setting.
Current Illinois licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)

Responsibilities

Provide visionary leadership and oversight of the Emergency Departments, EMS, Trauma and SANE programs at Swedish, Evanston, Glenbrook, Skokie and Highland Park hospitals, setting strategic goals and objectives aligned with Endeavor Health's mission and vision.
Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive patient care initiatives and quality improvement programs.
Oversee the daily operations of the Emergency Department service line and quality initiatives.
Monitor and evaluate patient care programs to ensure the highest standards of care and patient safety.
Ensure the Emergency Departments remain in compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as accreditation requirements (e.g., Joint Commission).
Conduct regular audits and reviews to identify and address compliance issues.
Implement and maintain robust quality assurance programs, promoting a culture of continuous improvement in patient care.
Analyze patient care data and outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement evidence-based practices.
Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including nurse leadership, registered nurses and support staff.
Foster professional growth, education, and certification among staff members.
Collaborate with patient experience teams to enhance patient satisfaction, communication, and engagement.
Address patient concerns and feedback promptly and effectively.
Efficiently manage the allocation of resources, including budget, staffing, and equipment, to ensure optimal patient care services.
Implement cost-effective strategies without compromising quality.
Utilize data analytics to assess performance metrics, track key performance indicators, and make data-driven decisions.