Emergency Department Director (RN)

Description

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while working in a supportive, community-focused environment?

Newberry Health is seeking an Emergency Department Director to join our exceptional team.

Located in beautiful Newberry County, SC, Newberry Health is a 90-bed, acute care, independent, not-for-profit hospital recognized with the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval. We are proud of our strong leadership, dedicated staff, and commitment to providing high-quality care for our patients.

Job Summary:

The Emergency Department Director provides operational, clinical, and administrative leadership for the Emergency Department while maintaining competency through regular clinical shifts.  This position is responsible for promoting high-quality, safe, patient-centered care through effective leadership, performance improvement initiatives, staff development, regulatory compliance, and operational oversight. The position reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) and serves as a key member of the nursing leadership team. 

Requirements

Education and Experience

· Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

· Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Minimum of three to five years of Emergency Department nursing experience.

· Previous leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

· Experience in quality improvement, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and performance improvement strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certifications

· Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of South Carolina.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

· Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.

· Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required.

· Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred

Newberry County Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.