What is the role of a Director of Emergency Services at Cass County Memorial Hospital?

The Director of Emergency Services position at Cass County Memorial Hospital is a Full-time or part-time position opportunity in the Safety field.

Where is this Director of Emergency Services job located?

Atlantic, Iowa, 50022, United States

What type of employment is offered for this Director of Emergency Services role?

Full-time or part-time position

What is the expected salary for this Director of Emergency Services job?

Compensation will be discussed during the hiring process.

How can I apply for the Director of Emergency Services position at Cass County Memorial Hospital?

You can apply directly through the application link provided.

Director of Emergency Services at Cass County Memorial Hospital

Position Summary
- The Emergency Department Director is responsible for providing leadership, with 24-hour accountability for the department. They are an integral member of the self-directed leadership team that is committed to fulfilling the mission, vision, and goals of Cass Health. This position is responsible and accountable for directing the functions of professional nursing practice in the assigned department. They develop and monitor appropriate quality and continuous improvement indicators utilizing Evidence-Based Care. The ED Director also manages the department's operations, including human resources, budget, finance, strategic planning, legal compliance, regulatory compliance, patient engagement, and employee satisfaction. They provide professional, technical, and clinical expertise to the department.
Position Qualifications
- EDUCATION:
  - Required:
    - Bachelors Degree in Nursing
  - Preferred:
    - Masters Degree in Nursing or related field
- LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
  - Required:
    - Valid Iowa Nursing license or from a reciprocating state
    - BLS, ACLS, TNCC, & PALS
    - NRP within one year of hire
    - Valid Drivers License
  - Preferred:
    - Certification by accredited body in area of most experience
- TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
  - Required:
    - 5 years RN experience
  - Preferred:
    - 2 years ED experience
    - 2 years in a leadership role
Essential Job Functions
- Develops departmental performance improvement goals and indicators, communicates quarterly to the Quality Council and staff, and appropriate actions are ensured.
- Demonstrates a commitment to professional growth and development, for self and staff.
- Maintains accountability for the quality of care/results and services within the department(s) as perceived by patients, families, physicians, peers and colleagues.
- Evaluates employees in accordance with job description and performance expectations. Holds staff accountable to standards of behavior.
- Counsels and disciplines employees using policies/procedures outlined in the personnel policies.
- Fosters collaborative relationships with patients, families, physicians, staff and other departments to achieve patient care goals.
- Monitors appropriateness of care delivery, assures patient care standards are maintained and met, monitored through patient satisfaction scores.
- Demonstrates ability to function in an accurate and precise manner in crisis and emergent situations.
- Ensures outstanding customer service is provided to all patients, families, visitors and team members.
- Promotes/markets the health system and its services throughout the community, through involvement in community and health system events. Actively participate in marketing strategies.
- All other duties as assigned.

Director of Emergency Services at Cass County Memorial Hospital – Atlantic, Iowa

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