Director of Emergency Nursing - Lead a Fast-Paced ED

Fox Point Recruitment LLC; Florence (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fox Point Recruitment LLC is assisting a major acute care hospital in Florence, AL, to recruit a Director of Nursing for Emergency Services. This role leads a high-energy ED with ~70 RNs and support staff serving about 46,000 patients annually, focusing on clinical excellence and staff engagement.

The successful candidate will provide strategic nursing leadership, oversee operations, and partner with executives to drive outcomes while upholding safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Emergency Services.
• Active RN license in Alabama or eligible for licensure.
• BSN required; BLS and ACLS certifications preferred or to be obtained.
• Experience managing department budgets and financial planning in acute care.
• Proven ability to unite multidisciplinary teams and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary clinical leader for Emergency Services.
• Champion staff engagement, recruitment, and retention of nursing staff.
• Drive initiatives to improve patient satisfaction and clinical quality.
• Collaborate with physicians, APPs, and executives to optimize care.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and safety guidelines.
• Oversee education, competency assessments, and safety training.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Team building

Analytical thinking

Clinical leadership

Education

BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing)

Job description

Fox Point Recruitment LLC is assisting a major acute care hospital in Florence, AL, to recruit a Director of Nursing for Emergency Services. This role leads a high-energy ED with ~70 RNs and support staff serving about 46,000 patients annually, focusing on clinical excellence and staff engagement.

The successful candidate will provide strategic nursing leadership, oversee operations, and partner with executives to drive outcomes while upholding safety and quality standards.