Director Nursing Emergency Services

CommonSpirit Health; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 104,973 - 156,137; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is looking for a Director Nursing Emergency Services for St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, California. This leadership role involves planning, implementing, and coordinating the performance of emergency services in a 24-bed ER with a high patient volume.

The successful candidate will oversee operations while ensuring high standards of patient care. Requirements include a BSN, a master's degree in nursing or a related field, and relevant leadership experience. The position offers a competitive salary range of $76.20 - $113.34 per hour.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of nursing experience required.
• 2+ years of leadership experience required.
• Registered Nursing License (RN) in CA required.

Responsibilities

• Direct operations of emergency services and coordinate performance.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on key initiatives.
• Advise medical staff and administrators on patient care.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Experience in mid to large sized hospitals

Leadership in emergency services

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Master's degree in nursing or related field (MSN/MBA/MHA)

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operations of emergency services and coordinate performance across the department.


• Collaborate with senior leadership on key initiatives and with front-line leaders to uphold high standards of patient care in fast-paced environments.


• Advise medical staff, department heads, and administrators on patient care, clinical best practices, and strategic directions.


• Communicate the organization’s goals to staff and contribute to improving patient experience and quality of care.

Qualifications

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.

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.

Licensure

• Registered Nursing License (RN) in CA required.


• Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

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. 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.

Pay Range

$76.20 - $113.34 /hour