Director of Emergency Services
Frankfort, KY
Full Time
Executive
Employment Type: Full-Time, Days
Schedule: Weekdays Only | No Weekends
Salary Range: $110,552 – $176,883/year
Incentive Bonus: 17.5% – 26.25%
Sign-On Bonus: Case-by-case
Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
Overview
A well-established acute-care hospital in the Frankfort region is seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services to lead a high-volume Emergency Department. The ED includes 28 beds, manages 35,000–45,000 visits annually, and is supported by 60–65 FTEs within a Level III Trauma environment.
This role requires a dynamic, metrics-driven nursing leader skilled at operational excellence, patient throughput, service-line growth, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Responsibilities
Quality & Clinical Excellence
Qualifications
Required
Compensation & Benefits
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a results-oriented ER nursing leader with strong operational, clinical,
and service-line management experience. The successful candidate demonstrates
accountability, team engagement, high emotional intelligence, and a consistent record of
improving performance metrics within emergency services.
Schedule: Weekdays Only | No Weekends
Salary Range: $110,552 – $176,883/year
Incentive Bonus: 17.5% – 26.25%
Sign-On Bonus: Case-by-case
Relocation Assistance: Up to $15,000
Overview
A well-established acute-care hospital in the Frankfort region is seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services to lead a high-volume Emergency Department. The ED includes 28 beds, manages 35,000–45,000 visits annually, and is supported by 60–65 FTEs within a Level III Trauma environment.
This role requires a dynamic, metrics-driven nursing leader skilled at operational excellence, patient throughput, service-line growth, and fostering a collaborative, high-performance culture.
Responsibilities
Quality & Clinical Excellence
- Advance patient safety and quality outcomes through evidence-based practices and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee standards of care, clinical variation reduction, and adherence to accreditation requirements.
- Monitor equipment readiness and ensure safe, efficient emergency operations.
- Direct patient flow, volume forecasting, and coordination for optimal throughput.
- Lead initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction and service quality.
- Utilize feedback channels to improve performance and service delivery.
- Execute strategic plans that enhance patient experience and emergency care outcomes.
- Create an engaged team culture aligned with mission, vision, and values.
- Identify staff development needs and provide coaching, training, and mentorship.
- Recruit, retain, and develop high-performing clinical and operational talent.
- Collaborate with administrative and medical leaders to enhance or expand service lines.
- Identify opportunities for new programs, technologies, or operational improvements.
- Drive initiatives that support organizational growth and competitive differentiation.
- Participate in the budgeting process, including forecasting, staffing needs, and capital planning.
- Manage labor resources effectively, ensuring appropriate staffing and productivity.
- Oversee supply and equipment utilization to control expenses and identify cost- saving opportunities.
- Monitor performance trends and implement action plans to address gaps.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN).
- Active RN license.
- Minimum 1+ year of applicable emergency or leadership experience.
- Proven performance with measurable metrics, operational achievements, and process improvements.
- Master’s degree (MSN, MBA, MHA, or related).
- 3+ years of emergency services leadership in a comparable or larger ED setting.
- Experience in high-volume Emergency Departments (35k+ annual visits).
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary with incentive eligibility up to 26.25%.
- Relocation assistance available (up to $15,000).
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options.
- Retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage.
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support.
- Wellness, mental health, financial, and counseling benefits.
- Benefits may vary by location.
Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a results-oriented ER nursing leader with strong operational, clinical,
and service-line management experience. The successful candidate demonstrates
accountability, team engagement, high emotional intelligence, and a consistent record of
improving performance metrics within emergency services.
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