Executive Nurse Leader, Emergency Services and Patient Flow

LE0010 Stanford Health Care; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 193,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care seeks a visionary VP‑Chief Nursing Officer of Emergency Services to steer the 24/7 operations of the Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments, the Walk‑In Clinic, and related services. You will assemble and lead a high‑performing team, optimizing patient flow and satisfaction while aligning with Stanford Health Care's strategic and financial goals.

The role requires a Master’s degree (Nursing/Healthcare Administration/Business) and at least 10 years in administrative

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in nursing, healthcare administration, or business required.
• Ten years of administrative/managerial experience in healthcare settings.
• Ability to interact with C-level executives and lead strategic initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for ED operations 24/7.
• Drive patient flow improvements and staff/patient experience initiatives.
• Collaborate with IT and hospital leadership to implement clinical and operational changes.
• Ensure nursing/clinical care standards and regulatory compliance across all ED services.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Healthcare administration

Budgeting

Staff development

Regulatory knowledge

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in Nursing / Healthcare Administration / Business

Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Stanford Health Care seeks a visionary VP‑Chief Nursing Officer of Emergency Services to steer the 24/7 operations of the Adult and Pediatric Emergency Departments, the Walk‑In Clinic, and related services. You will assemble and lead a high‑performing team, optimizing patient flow and satisfaction while aligning with Stanford Health Care's strategic and financial goals.

The role requires a Master’s degree (Nursing/Healthcare Administration/Business) and at least 10 years in administrative