Interim ED Director

On Deck Healthcare; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel package

Benefits

W2 Employment

Job summary

On Deck Healthcare seeks an Interim Emergency Department Director for Central California near Modesto to oversee a busy pediatric and adult ED and Primary Stroke Center. The role emphasizes visible leadership, collaboration with staff, and maintaining calm under pressure.

Ideal candidates have CA RN licensure with union experience, prior ED Director experience, and strong knowledge of patient safety and EMR workflows.

Qualifications

• CA RN licence required.
• Prior ED Director experience preferred.
• Union experience required in California.
• Strong clinical foundation with calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee emergency department operations for pediatric and adult patients.
• Lead through influence and collaborate with staff and leadership.
• Ensure patient safety protocols and nursing workflows in acute care settings.
• Be on-site in Central California for the engagement duration.

Skills

ED Leadership

RN

Union Experience

Staff Development

EMR Systems

Patient Safety

Education

CA RN License

ED Director Experience

Tools

EMR Systems familiarity

Job description

Interim Emergency Department Director - Central California

We are seeking a visible and team-oriented Interim Director of the Emergency Department in Central California near Modesto. This role oversees a busy pediatric and adult ED and Primary Stroke Center.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience as an ED Directorin California
• CA RN and previous union experience required
• Strong clinical foundation with the ability to lead through influence and maintain calm in high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport with staff and support the leadership team in daily operations.
• Knowledgeable in patient safety protocols, EMR systems, and nursing workflows in acute care settings.
• Availability to begin within 2-4 weeks from date of offer and to be on-site in Central California for the duration of the engagement.

Why On Deck?

At On Deck Healthcare, our mission is to connect the best healthcare leaders with exceptional health systems through compassion and honesty. We are guided by our commitment to excellence and strive to create impactful placements that support the communities and those who serve within them. Our interim leaders are W2 of On Deck with benefits, receive the full travel package (provided by our team), and participate in our team recognition/charitable donation programs. Our roles start at 13 weeks with potential to extend.