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Job Location drjobs

Grand Junction, CO - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 114400 - 171600

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

Director of Emergency Services & Short Stay Observation Unit (ED & SSOU)

Onsite FullTime
Salary Range: $114400 $171600 annually depending on education and experience
Position open until April 30 2025 or until filled

Are you a dynamic and compassionate leader ready to make a meaningful impact in emergency and outpatient care We are seeking a forwardthinking Director of Emergency Services & Short Stay Observation Unit (ED & SSOU) to join our leadership team and help shape the future of highquality patientcentered care.

Position Summary:

The Director of ED & SSOU provides strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department and Short Stay Observation Unit. This leader is responsible for ensuring exceptional clinical care driving quality and safety initiatives fostering a supportive team culture and ensuring operational efficiency across all shifts.

This is a working leadership rolethe Director must be willing and able to step in and support clinical staffing when needed. Presence and visibility across all shiftsincluding days evenings nights weekends and holidaysis essential to successfully lead and support the team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee daytoday operations of the Emergency Department and SSOU.

  • Lead mentor and support interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe efficient and highquality patient care.

  • Collaborate with medical staff nursing leadership and ancillary departments to meet patient care goals and regulatory compliance.

  • Monitor and manage budgets staffing and resource allocation.

  • Champion initiatives focused on patient satisfaction team engagement and continuous improvement.

  • Serve as a handson clinical leader stepping in to support staffing and operations as needed.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Nursing or related healthcare field required; Masters degree preferred.

  • Active RN license in the State of Colorado (or eligible for licensure).

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in emergency services or acute care with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required; Nurse Executive Board Certification (NEBC) Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of clinical standards regulatory requirements and emergency care best practices.

Additional Requirements:

  • This is an onsite leadership position.

  • Must be present visible and available to support all shifts.

  • Occasional direct clinical support may be required in times of staffing needs.

Why Join Us

We offer a collaborative and missiondriven environment where your leadership will directly impact the lives of patients and team members. In addition to a competitive salary we offer a generous benefits package including:

  • Medical dental and vision insurance

  • Retirement plan options

  • Paid time off and extended illness bank

  • Professional development opportunities

  • Discretionary compensation opportunities such as performancebased bonuses

  • And more!

Application Deadline: This position will remain open until April 30 2025 or until filled.


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