Director of Emergency Services (RN)

KLS Workforce Solutions

Maysville, Kentucky

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Acute Care, Budgeting, Clinical Practices/Protocols, Emergency Care, Emergency Nursing, Emergency Services, External Audit, Financial Management, Funding, Hospital, Internal Audit, Leadership, Mentoring, Nursing, Operational Audit, Operations, Operations Management, Patient Care, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Quality Control, Registered Nurse (RN), Resource Management, Staff Development, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Support, Workforce Planning
LOCATION
Maysville, Kentucky
POSTED
5 days ago

Unit:<\/span><\/b> 12 -Bed Emergency Department<\/span>
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Role Type:<\/span><\/b> Leadership / Management<\/span>
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Executive Summary<\/span><\/b>
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We are seeking a strategic and clinical leader to serve as the Director of Emergency Services<\/b>. This role oversees a 12 -bed Emergency Department dedicated to providing high -acuity care to critically ill adult patients. The Director is responsible for the overall operational excellence, clinical direction, and strategic growth of the department, ensuring all care aligns with the highest standards of nursing practice and organizational values.<\/span>
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Key Responsibilities<\/span><\/b>
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Operational & Financial Leadership<\/span><\/b>
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  • Departmental Operations:<\/span><\/b> Direct and evaluate daily operations, including patient care delivery, IT integration, and service level optimization.<\/span>
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  • Fiscal Accountability:<\/span><\/b> Formulate, monitor, and evaluate the departmental budget; ensure efficient operations within allocated funding and resource optimization.<\/span>
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  • Quality & Compliance:<\/span><\/b> Lead performance improvement activities and coordinate internal/external audits to ensure rigorous quality control.<\/span>
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  • Collaboration:<\/span><\/b> Partner with the CNO, COO, and medical staff to interpret hospital policies and solve complex clinical or operational challenges.<\/span>
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    Staff Development & Talent Management<\/span><\/b>
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    • Workforce Planning:<\/span><\/b> Manage all staffing activities, including recruitment, hiring, orientation, and performance evaluations.<\/span>
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    • Clinical Mentorship:<\/span><\/b> Create an environment that fosters professional growth and integrates evidence -based practices into clinical protocols.<\/span>
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    • Education Initiatives:<\/span><\/b> Lead staff development and continuing education initiatives to ensure the team remains at the forefront of emergency nursing standards.<\/span>
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      Minimum Qualifications<\/span><\/b>
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      Experience & Leadership (Must -Haves)<\/span><\/b>
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      • Emergency Leadership:<\/span><\/b>2–3 years of direct leadership experience<\/b> specifically within Emergency Services.<\/span>
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      • Operational Expertise:<\/span><\/b> Proven experience in Departmental Operations<\/b>, including budget formulation and fiscal management.<\/span>
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      • Educational Leadership:<\/span><\/b> Demonstrated experience in staff development<\/b> and leading continuing education initiatives<\/b>.<\/span>
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        Salary: $83,616.00 - $112,881.00<\/span><\/b>
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        Education & License<\/span><\/b>
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        • License:<\/span><\/b> Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to work in the state of Kentucky<\/b>.<\/span>
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        • Education:<\/span><\/b> Master’s degree preferred; applicable work experience may be used in lieu of degree.<\/span>
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          Certifications<\/span><\/b>
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          • BLS:<\/span><\/b> Required within one month of hire.<\/span>
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          • ACLS:<\/span><\/b> Required within six months of hire.<\/span>
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          • PALS:<\/span><\/b> Required within six months of hire.<\/span>
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            Why Join Our Leadership Team?<\/span><\/b>
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            This is an opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a fast -paced, 12 -bed ER where your leadership directly impacts patient outcomes and departmental culture. We value innovation, accountability, and a commitment to nursing excellence.<\/span>
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