Job Description
Nursing Director Emergency Services
Location: Joshua Tree, CA
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Work Environment: Acute Care Hospital | Emergency Department | Level IV Trauma Center
Salary: $138,000$200,000 annually (based on experience)
Additional Compensation: Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) bonus eligible
Sign-On Bonus: Available
Relocation Assistance: Available
Schedule: Day Shift | MondayFriday, with flexibility based on departmental needs
Leadership Responsibility: 24/7 availability for emergency department operations and on-call needs
Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer / Chief Operating Officer (CNO/COO)
Employment Classification: Exempt
Position Overview
Wheeler Staffing Partners is seeking an experienced Nursing Director Emergency Services for a direct-hire opportunity with an acute care hospital in Joshua Tree, CA.
The Nursing Director will provide clinical, operational, and strategic leadership for a 24/7 Emergency Department, ensuring high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, efficient departmental operations, and strong staff performance.
This opportunity is with a 59-bed acute care hospital offering comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services, including emergency care, diagnostic services, rehabilitation, home health, hospice, and community outreach programs. The facility operates as a Level IV Trauma Center and Stroke Ready Receiving Center.
The ideal candidate is an experienced Emergency Department Nurse Manager or Director with a strong background in emergency nursing, clinical leadership, staff development, patient safety, and hospital operations.
Candidates must have previous Emergency Department management or director-level experience, along with at least 7 years of emergency nursing experience.
Key Responsibilities
Emergency Department Leadership & Operations
Provide overall leadership and operational oversight for the Emergency Department, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care.
Maintain 24/7 leadership accountability for emergency department operations, staffing, and patient care standards.
Direct daily departmental workflows, staffing assignments, patient care coordination, and resource allocation.
Collaborate with the CNO/COO and hospital leadership to align departmental operations with organizational goals and strategic initiatives.
Establish, implement, and enforce departmental policies, procedures, performance standards, and operational objectives.
Ensure effective communication and coordination among emergency nursing staff, physicians, hospital leadership, and interdisciplinary departments.
Monitor departmental performance and implement process improvements to enhance patient care, efficiency, and operational effectiveness.
Provide direct clinical support and work on the floor when required to meet departmental needs.
Clinical Quality, Patient Safety & Regulatory Compliance
Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (JCAHO), CMS, California Title 22, and applicable healthcare regulatory standards.
Implement and monitor hospital accountability measures, including Core Measures, HCAHPS, CALNOC, and other applicable quality initiatives.
Support achievement of organizational performance goals established by CMS and The Joint Commission.
Ensure departmental compliance with National Patient Safety Goals and evidence-based emergency nursing practices.
Develop, monitor, and evaluate quality improvement initiatives aligned with hospital and departmental objectives.
Identify departmental quality indicators, collect performance data, and implement corrective action plans as needed.
Maintain high standards for emergency patient assessment, treatment, clinical documentation, and continuity of care.
Ensure staff maintain required licenses, certifications, competencies, and annual clinical education requirements.
Staff Leadership & Development
Recruit, hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and develop Emergency Department nursing personnel.
Oversee staffing plans, employee scheduling, and workforce allocation to maintain appropriate patient care coverage.
Conduct timely employee performance evaluations and provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
Promote a collaborative, supportive, and accountable work environment focused on teamwork and clinical excellence.
Ensure new employees complete required orientation and competency training before working independently.
Coordinate ongoing staff education, in-service training, and professional development opportunities.
Monitor employee performance, engagement, and retention while addressing staffing challenges proactively.
Foster strong communication and cooperation among nursing staff, physicians, and other hospital departments.
Financial Management & Resource Allocation
Develop, manage, and monitor the Emergency Department budget in alignment with hospital financial objectives.
Evaluate staffing needs, labor expenses, supplies, equipment, and departmental resource utilization.
Implement cost-control measures while maintaining high standards of patient care and operational efficiency.
Coordinate equipment, medical supplies, and staffing resources to support continuous emergency department operations.
Monitor equipment functionality, maintenance requirements, and departmental cleanliness.
Collaborate with hospital leadership to establish annual departmental objectives and financial performance goals.
Patient Experience & Interdepartmental Collaboration
Promote patient-centered care and positive experiences for patients and families receiving emergency services.
Maintain effective relationships with emergency physicians, medical staff, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams.
Identify and resolve departmental and interdepartmental challenges to improve workflow and continuity of care.
Support hospital initiatives designed to improve patient satisfaction, clinical outcomes, and service quality.
Collaborate with hospital leadership to ensure Emergency Services supports the organization's mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Maintain a professional, responsive approach to emergency situations, patient concerns, and operational challenges.
Required Qualifications
Minimum 7 years of Registered Nurse (RN) experience in an Emergency Department setting.
Previous Emergency Department Nurse Manager or Director experience required.
Current, active California Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher.
Current MICN, ACLS, NRP, and PALS certifications.
Strong clinical background in emergency nursing, trauma care, and acute care hospital operations.
Demonstrated experience managing Emergency Department staffing, scheduling, clinical workflows, and nursing personnel.
Knowledge of Joint Commission, CMS, California Title 22, and other applicable healthcare regulatory requirements.
Experience implementing clinical quality improvement initiatives, patient safety measures, and performance standards.
Strong understanding of emergency nursing practices, patient assessment, crisis management, and clinical decision-making.
Experience with departmental budgeting, resource management, and operational planning.
Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to maintain 24/7 leadership availability and respond to departmental needs outside regular business hours.
Ability to provide direct patient care and support Emergency Department operations when necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
Previous experience serving as an Emergency Department Director, Emergency Services Director, or Emergency Department Nurse Manager.
Leadership experience within an acute care hospital, trauma center, or high-acuity Emergency Department.
Experience supporting trauma services, stroke readiness, and emergency preparedness initiatives.
Demonstrated success improving patient safety, clinical outcomes, staff engagement, and Emergency Department performance.
Experience managing departmental budgets, regulatory surveys, and quality improvement programs.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Ability to work in a fast-paced Emergency Department with changing patient volumes and clinical priorities.
Ability to respond effectively to medical emergencies, crisis situations, and unpredictable patient care needs.
May require prolonged standing, walking, bending, reaching, and occasional lifting or carrying of up to 25 pounds.
Potential exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards.
Must be able to balance administrative leadership responsibilities with direct clinical support when needed.
Flexibility to respond to departmental needs outside standard business hours.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Competitive Compensation: $138,000$200,000 annually, based on experience.
Additional Earnings: Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) bonus eligibility.
Sign-On Incentive: Sign-on bonus available for eligible candidates.
Relocation Support: Relocation assistance available.
Leadership Opportunity: Direct Emergency Services operations within a 24/7 acute care hospital.
Specialized Care Environment: Lead an Emergency Department at a Level IV Trauma Center and Stroke Ready Receiving Center.
Professional Growth: Collaborate directly with executive leadership, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
Meaningful Impact: Drive improvements in emergency patient care, clinical quality, employee development, and operational performance.
Why Work with Wheeler Staffing Partners?
At Wheeler Staffing Partners, we connect experienced healthcare professionals with exceptional career opportunities at leading organizations nationwide. Our dedicated recruiting team provides personalized support throughout the hiring process, helping candidates find opportunities that align with their clinical expertise, leadership experience, and long-term career goals.
Apply Today!
If you are an experienced Emergency Department Nurse Manager, Emergency Services Director, or Emergency Nursing Leader with a strong background in acute care emergency services, clinical leadership, and patient safety, we encourage you to apply.
Wheeler Staffing Partners is actively seeking a qualified Nursing Director Emergency Services for a direct-hire opportunity in Joshua Tree, CA.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Joshua Tree, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2014 |
| Website | http://wheelersp.com/ |
About Company
Wheeler Staffing Partners' (WSP) has outstanding client relationships providing consultants with access to some of the most desirable employment opportunities across the nation. Our experience, the solutions we provide, our business processes, and partnerships with our consultants and clients has made the company one of the most sought after placement firms for job seekers and companies of all sizes. WSP, provides all candidates with career opportunities, skill assessments, and interview consulting services and our clients with the candidates that meet their culture and skill set. From our Executive Retained Search Teams, Direct Hire and Contract Staffing Professionals to our RPO Service offerings, we create models to deliver a world-class service, with a sense of urgency and professionalism at the best price. Let us put our expertise and services to work for you!
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