Director Nursing Emergency Services

Dignity Health; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual performance-based bonus

Employer-funded retirement

No-cost medical coverage for employee

Flexible Time Away

Job summary

Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, CA is seeking a Director of Nursing Emergency Services to lead the 24-bed emergency department, oversee operations across ER, urgent care centers, and transitional care clinic.

The role requires a BSN and advanced degree (MSN/MHA/MBA), CA RN license, and BLS, with at least two years of leadership and three years nursing experience. Relocation assistance and a strong bonus program are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN) required or equivalent education and experience with Master's degree in nursing or related field (e.g., MSN/MBA/MHA).
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct operations of the Emergency Services department and coordinate performance.
• Work with Sr. Leadership on key initiatives and advise medical staff and department heads.
• Communicate organizational goals to staff to improve patient experience and quality of care.

Skills

RN Licensure CA

Leadership

Nursing experience

BLS Certification

Education

BSN

MSN/MHA/MBA

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Director Nursing Emergency Services for St. Bernardine Medical Center, you will be responsible for planning, implementing, and coordinating the overall performance of our emergency services. You will oversee a 24-bed ER with an average daily census of 240, two urgent care centers, and a transitional care clinic.

Every day, you will direct the operations, work with Sr. Leadership on key initiatives, and work with other front-line leaders to ensure we maintain high standards of patient care in very fast paced environments. You will advise medical staff, other department heads, and administrators in matters related to patient care, clinical best practices, and strategies. You will communicate the organization’s goals to the staff as we constantly seek to better serve our community by improving patient experience and delivering exceptional quality care.

To be successful in this role, you will need to be an experienced director, with a track record of success in mid to large sized hospitals overseeing emergency services. You must be competent and confident, with excellent communication skills one-on-one and in front of groups. Every interaction is an opportunity to share your knowledge with others and improve their understanding of a patient’s needs.

We are offering relocation assistance to all hires who meet relocation eligibility requirements.

Additional incentives for this position include an annual performance-based bonus program, annual employer-funded retirement contribution (no employee contribution required), no-cost medical coverage for the employee, and a Flexible Time Away program.

Job Requirements

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (e.g. BSN) or equivalent education and experience and Master's degree in nursing or other-related field (e.g., MSN/MBA/MHA) required.




• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing experience required.




• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience required.

Required Licensure:

• Registered Nursing License (RN) in CA required.




• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

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Where You'll Work

Founded in 1928, Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center is a 342-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in San Bernardino, California. Serving nearly 100,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level III NICU, heart care, stroke care and orthopedics. Additionally, St.Bernardine Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation. It is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and was recently awarded AMA/ASA’s Get the Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement, recognizing the hospital’s commitment to providing the best stroke care. It was named one of Healthgrades America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery in 2026.

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Pay Range

$76.20 - $113.34 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.