Director Emergency Department

Gateway Regional Medical Center; Granite City (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan with Employer

Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City, IL is seeking a Director of Critical Care to lead the Intensive Care Unit and provide strategic oversight for a key service line.

You will mentor nursing leaders, drive outcomes, and foster a culture of excellence, engagement, and innovation in a high-acuity environment. This full-time, exempt role emphasizes leadership, clinical excellence, and value-based care for the community.

Qualifications

• BSN is required
• Current Illinois RN license is required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive nursing leadership in an acute care hospital
• Minimum three (3) years of leadership in CCU/ICU setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide operational, clinical, and strategic leadership for the Critical Care department.
• Lead and develop nursing leaders and staff while fostering accountability and professional growth.
• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and department productivity.
• Monitor and improve quality indicators including infection prevention and patient safety.
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance.
• Lead department initiatives focused on quality improvement and employee engagement.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, IL health department, and hospital standards.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Education

BSN

Current Illinois RN license

BLS

ACLS

5+ years nursing leadership in acute care

3+ years CCU/ICU leadership

Job description

Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license

Gateway Regional Medical Center | Granite City, IL

Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience

Schedule: Full-Time | Exempt

Lead Critical Care. Inspire Excellence. Make a Lasting Impact.

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, we believe exceptional patient care begins with exceptional leadership. We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Director of Critical Care to lead our Intensive Care Unit and provide strategic oversight for one of the hospital's most critical service lines.

This is an opportunity to join a leadership team dedicated to clinical excellence, employee engagement, and delivering high-quality care to the communities we proudly serve. If you are a collaborative nurse leader who thrives on mentoring teams, improving outcomes, and driving innovation, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Do

• Provide operational, clinical, and strategic leadership for the Critical Care department.
• Lead and develop nursing leaders and staff while fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
• Ensure delivery of safe, evidence-based, patient-centered care.
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and department productivity.
• Monitor and improve quality indicators including infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory compliance.
• Partner with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance.
• Lead department initiatives focused on quality improvement, employee engagement, and patient satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with Joint Commission, CMS, Illinois Department of Public Health, and hospital standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Minimum five (5) years of progressive nursing leadership experience in an acute care hospital
• Minimum three (3) years of leadership experience within a Critical Care or Intensive Care setting

Preferred

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field
• Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification
• Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC or NEA-BC)
• Experience with regulatory surveys, quality improvement initiatives, and budget management

Why Gateway Regional Medical Center?

At Gateway Regional Medical Center, you'll find more than a leadership position-you'll find the opportunity to shape the future of patient care while developing the next generation of healthcare professionals. We are committed to fostering a collaborative environment where innovation, compassion, and excellence are valued every day.

Benefits

Eligible full-time employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance View Guide
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Retirement Savings Plan with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Professional Development Opportunities

Join Our Leadership Team

If you're ready to lead with purpose, inspire excellence, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients, employees, and the community, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the Gateway Regional Medical Center family.