Title: Director of Emergency Department - Registered Nurse
Status: Full Time (Days, No Weekends)
Location: Asheville, NC
Relocation: Relocation Assistance Available
Bonus: 17.00% Candidate Bonus Potential
Salary: Salary to be discussed with a Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Visa Support: Not Available
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced nurse executive to serve as the Director of Emergency Department . This position delivers strategic, clinical, and operational leadership over a high-volume, major trauma emergency service line. You will direct clinical throughput, staff development, financial health, and continuous quality initiatives within a collaborative hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide executive oversight and daily operational direction for emergency services.
- Drive patient safety, quality performance improvement, and evidence-based care standards.
- Manage operational budgets, staffing productivity, supplies, and capital investments.
- Enhance patient throughput, flow management, and patient satisfaction outcomes.
- Ensure strict compliance with all regulatory and accreditation body standards.
- Lead, mentor, and empower direct-report managers, nursing leaders, and clinical teams.
- Collaborate with executive leadership and physician groups to align on strategic growth.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's degree preferred.
- Licensure: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina (or compact equivalent).
- Trauma Leadership: 3–5+ years of leadership experience (Director or equivalent) overseeing a large, high-volume Level I or Level II Trauma Center Emergency Department.
- Clinical Background: Minimum 5 years of ER RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
- Compliance & Track Record: Strong expertise in emergency service regulatory standards and a demonstrated track record of quantifiable results (KPIs, throughput, quality metrics).
- Work History: Demonstrated history of job stability.
- Labor Relations: Experience working in a unionized nursing environment preferred.
Top 3 Skill Sets Required
- Level I/II Trauma Service Line Leadership
- Emergency Department Regulatory Compliance & Quality Improvement
- High-Volume Throughput & Operational Resource Management
Why Relocate to Asheville, NC?
Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville combines outdoor adventure with vibrant culture.
- Outdoors: Endless access to mountain hiking, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and scenic drives along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
- Culture & Food: Renowned craft brewery scene, thriving arts district, live music venues, and world-class culinary experiences.
- Lifestyle: Excellent quality of life featuring a mild four-season climate and welcoming community feel.
Comprehensive Benefits Package
- Medical, prescription, vision, and dental insurance options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with competitive employer match.
- Generous paid time off (PTO) and leave programs.
- Tuition assistance, certification support, and employee stock purchase options.
- Additional wellness, family planning, and relocation support programs.