Director of Nursing Emergency

Director of Nursing (RN) Emergency Department

Full-Time Leadership Role Level I Trauma Center
Location: Tucson AZ
$20000 Sign-On Bonus Competitive Compensation Relocation Assistance Available

About the Role

Envoy Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing (RN) to lead the Emergency Department at a major Level I Trauma Center in Tucson AZ.

This position oversees the full operations of a 38-bed Emergency Department with 2 trauma bays managing approximately 27000 annual visits and 815 trauma cases per day. The Director will lead a team of around 60 staff members working closely with hospital executives physicians and nursing leadership to ensure excellence in emergency and trauma care delivery.

This is an excellent opportunity for a results-driven nursing leader passionate about patient outcomes team development and operational performance in a fast-paced high-acuity setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all operational clinical and administrative functions within the Emergency Department

• Lead and mentor nursing and clinical staff fostering engagement collaboration and accountability

• Ensure delivery of safe high-quality emergency and trauma care 24/7

• Partner with hospital leadership to develop and implement strategies for departmental growth and performance improvement

• Manage departmental budgets staffing and workflow optimization

• Serve as a role model and advocate for nursing professionalism teamwork and patient safety

• Collaborate with union representatives (NNOC) to maintain positive labor relations and operational efficiency

What You Bring

Education

• Required: Associate Degree in Nursing with a Bachelors in a healthcare-related field or BSN

• Preferred: Masters Degree (MSN or healthcare-related field)

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of progressive management experience in a hospital environment (manager or charge nurse level)

• Experience in a high-acuity emergency or trauma setting strongly preferred

Licensure & Certifications

• Active RN license in the state of practice (or eligibility to obtain)

• AHA BLS certification required

• Additional emergency or trauma-related certifications preferred

Why Join Envoy Recruitment

This is an opportunity to lead one of the regions most respected emergency departments with the full backing of executive leadership and a highly skilled team. Youll benefit from:

• $20000 sign-on bonus (based on eligibility)

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

• Leadership over a Level I Trauma Center with a strong clinical reputation

• A supportive culture that prioritizes teamwork growth and innovation

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

Ready to lead one of Arizonas most dynamic emergency departments
Contact or apply today for a confidential conversation.