Director (RN) Emergency Services

Ashley Regional Medical Center; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Ashley Regional Medical Center seeks a Director-level RN to lead nursing operations in Vernal, Utah. The role focuses on developing departmental goals, ensuring quality patient care, and managing staffing, budget, and compliance.

A current Utah RN license (or compact with Utah endorsement) is required, with BLS/ACLS/PALS to be completed within six months of hire. We value evidence-based practice integration, staff development, and professional growth, offering a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree in related field preferred.
• One year of previous experience is preferred.
• Current Utah state license or Compact License with Utah endorsement is required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards aligned with clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service levels, and complaint management.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities: hiring, orientation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and continuing education.
• Prepares and monitors departmental budgets and coordinates internal/external audits.
• Creates an environment that fosters professional growth and integrates evidence-based practices.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Education

Associates degree required

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

POSITION SUMMARY:Your experience mattersAshley Regionalhospitalispart ofLifepoint Health,a diversified healthcare delivery networkA Directorwho excels in this role:

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical,administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform direct patient care nursing responsibilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information: Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards. Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.

WHY JOIN US

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• Applicants should have a current state RN license OR compact License with Utah endorsement.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Experience: One-year previous experience preferred.
• Licenses: Must have a current Utah state license or Compact License with Utah endorsement.
• Education: Associates degree required (Bachelor's Degree in related field preferred). Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS within 6 months.

MORE ABOUT ASHLEY REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER

Ashley Regional Medical Center is aistrusted39-bed acute care hospital, community-focused hospital located in Vernal, Utah, serving patients across northeastern Utah and western Colorado. The facility is a modern, full-service hospital known for delivering high-quality, compassionate care while maintaining the close-knit feel of a rural community hospital. The hospital offers a broad range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, imaging, laboratory, women's services, orthopedics, and inpatient care. Ashley Regional is especially valued for its collaborative clinical teams, supportive leadership, and commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes. It is alsoaLevel IV Trauma Center,a designated Stroke Receiving Facility, and is recognized for its commitment to quality patient care. Vernal itself offers an excellent quality of life, with easy access to outdoor recreation such as hiking, fishing, camping, and national parks, while still providing a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Ashley Regional Medical Center plays a vital role in the community and is an attractive place to work for healthcare professionals seeking meaningful work, professional growth, and work-life balance in a beautiful setting.

EEOC STATEMENT

Ashley Regional is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

FLSA: NON-EXEMPT

'FLSA: Non-exemptLifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.