Director Nursing Emergency Services

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

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Annual performance-based bonus program

Medical benefits with no payroll deduction

Flexible Time Away program

Job summary

Dignity Health is seeking a Director of Nursing Emergency Services for St. Bernardine Medical Center in San Bernardino, California. In this key role, you will oversee a 24-bed ER and two urgent care centers, ensuring high standards of patient care while directing operations.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Nursing, at least three years of nursing experience, and a commitment to health equity. We offer relocation assistance, a performance-based bonus program, and comprehensive medical benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of nursing experience required.
• Minimum of two years of leadership experience required.
• Registered Nursing License (RN) in CA required.

Responsibilities

• Direct operations of the emergency services.
• Collaborate with Sr. Leadership on initiatives.
• Ensure high standards of patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient care knowledge

Health equity advocacy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's degree in nursing or related field

Job description

Overview

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.

Responsibilities

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. If you are committed to social justice, health equity, and desire to work with a health system delivering care in new, innovative ways, you belong with us.

Benefits

• Relocation assistance.
• Annual performance-based bonus program.
• Annual employer contribution to retirement program (no employee contribution needed).
• Medical benefits for the employee at no payroll deduction.
• 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.

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.

One Community. One Mission. One California.

Pay Range

$76.20 - $113.34 /hour