Director of Emergency Department

Day - 8 Hour (United States of America)I. Position Summary

Manages the operations of the Emergency Department under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer. Ensures 24/7 management accountability and assists in promoting evidence-based practices. Leads initiatives to foster a patient/family centered environment and transform care delivery. Manages the staff that provides the delivery of patient care for a group of patients. Directs and delegates patient care assignments to health team via the Manager and the Assistant Nurse Managers based on patient care needs. Collaborates with senior management, directors, managers, and emergency department contract providers to ensure appropriate resources to internal/external customers. Serves as advocate on behalf of staff and patients/families. Works in establishing collegial relations with physicians. Handles the financial responsibilities of the department. Acts in place of the Chief Nursing Officer when assigned. Responsible for carrying out the mission, vision, values and quality commitment of Houston Healthcare.

I. Qualifications

A. Education & Training

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a BSN degree.

B. Experience

Five (5) years clinical nursing experience. Previous supervisor/management experience.

C. Required Certification/Registration/Licensure

Current US state RN license with authorization to practice in the state of GA. Current AHA/ARC BLS certification. Current AHA ACLSARC ALS and AHA/ARC PALS certification or obtained within nine (9) months of hire. CPT training within 9 months of hire.

D. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Must be able to utilize diagnostic equipment as well as patient care equipment. Must be able to utilize personal protective equipment such as gloves, gown, mask, etc. Must be able to utilize standard office equipment. Proficient in utilizing Microsoft Office (i.e. Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Midas, Quadrant, etc.). Proficiency in Intranet/Internet use. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent oral/written communication skills. Skilled in conflict resolution, critical thinking, task management and appropriate prioritization/delegation. Provides oversight of evaluations to ensure they are turned in timely. Effective budget development and management. Able to coordinate, plan and conducts effective meetings.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40 FTE

1 Expanded Work Shift

8:00a - 5:00p On Call

Call typically not required