Director of Nursing - Emergency Services

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

Job Title: Director of Nursing (RN) Emergency Services

Location: Florence, AL

Salary: USD $70,000 -$ 130,000/Year

Department: Nursing Leadership

Shift/Schedule: Full-Time, Day Shift (Exempt)

Work Environment: On-site

About the Opportunity

A leading acute care hospital is seeking the expertise ofan experienced and strategicDirector of Nursing for Emergency Services to lead one of the region's busiest emergency departments. The ideal leader will beresponsible for overseeing all operational, clinical, financial, and strategic aspects of Emergency Services, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while driving excellence in outcomes, safety, and staff engagement.

As the Director of Emergency Services, you will be the heartbeat of strategic and operational nursing leadership. This is a role for an inspirational leader who thrives on elevating patient outcomes, championing staff engagement, and driving clinical excellence

The Emergency Department is a high-energy, deeply collaborative space powered by a dedicated team of 70 RNs and support professionals. As one of the largest and most active emergency lines in the region and the healthcare system, our client welcomes and cares for roughly 46,000 patients every year.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspire & Guide: Act as the primary, accountable clinical leader for all Emergency Services, modeling our core values through supportive and motivational leadership.
• Cultivate Talent: Actively champion team morale, workforce engagement, and the recruitment and retention of top-tier nursing professionals.
• Elevate Patient Care: Drive ongoing initiatives to boost patient satisfaction, clinical quality, and cost-effective care across the department.
• Collaborate Across Care Lines: Build strong partnerships with physicians, advanced practice providers, and executive leadership to optimize care coordination and patient experience.
• Champion Quality & Standards: Partner closely with quality assurance teams to maintain rigorous accreditation standards and progress our mission as a highly reliable healthcare organization.
• Develop Team Excellence: Direct continuous education, skill competency assessments, and strict adherence to modern patient safety guidelines.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking an empathetic, data-driven, and forward-thinking nursing leader who brings:

• Education:Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Licensure:Registered Nurse (RN) license currently active in Alabama, or immediate eligibility for licensure.
• Experience: A minimum of 5 years of progressive, upwardly mobile leadership experience specifically within an Emergency Services environment.
• Financial Acumen: Practical experience managing departmental budgets, resource allocation, and financial planning in an acute care setting.
• Team Building: A proven track record of uniting multidisciplinary teams and building strong, trusting professional relationships.
• Analytical Mindset: The ability to review clinical data and transform insights into active performance-improvement strategies.
• Certifications:Current BLS and ACLS certifications (or willingness to obtain within an agreed-upon timeframe).

What you will gain

This medical centerrecognizes that their leaders give their all, which is why they offer a comprehensive rewards package designed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

• Complete Health Coverage: Multiple tiers of medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Time to Recharge: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid family leave programs.
• Financial Protection: Company-sponsored life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and short-/long-term disability insurance.
• Career & Wealth Growth: Competitive salary with a performance bonus structure, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, higher education tuition assistance, certification support, and student loan assistance.
• Holistic Well-being: Access to mental health resources, virtual care options, physical wellness programs, and complimentary gym memberships.