AirMed Nursing Director: Flight Critical Care Lead

Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks an experienced operations leader to direct the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of internal operations of clinical departments within a busy hospital setting.

The role focuses on budgeting, staff management, and ensuring high-quality patient care while upholding PROMISE standards and driving continuous process improvements. Collaboration with senior leadership is essential to align department goals with organizational strategy.

Qualifications

• Five years of progressive management experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact.
• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or a related area.
• 5 years of Flight Nursing (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Direct the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of internal operations of assigned clinical departments.
• Develop, monitor, and achieve budget goals for the departments.
• Ensure patient satisfaction scores within assigned area(s) and uphold PROMISE standards.
• Provide staff feedback on performance and coaching; manage conflicts.
• Build positive relationships with staff, peers, and senior leadership to support the mission and performance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Staff management

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Master's degree in Nursing or Healthcare Administration

Job description

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics seeks an experienced operations leader to direct the planning, organizing, directing, and controlling of internal operations of clinical departments within a busy hospital setting.

The role focuses on budgeting, staff management, and ensuring high-quality patient care while upholding PROMISE standards and driving continuous process improvements. Collaboration with senior leadership is essential to align department goals with organizational strategy.