Nursing Director (RN) - ER

Desert Care Network; Joshua Tree (CA); On-site; USD 89,984 - 143,986; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Desert Care Network in Joshua Tree, California, is seeking an experienced healthcare leader for their Emergency Department. The position demands a results-driven individual who will drive excellence and collaborate with team members to achieve exceptional patient outcomes.

As a leader, you will oversee staffing, compliance with regulations, and the continuous improvement of processes. A commitment to patient care and operational success is essential.

Qualifications

• Current California RN license.
• Minimum 7 years RN experience in Emergency Department.
• Charge Nurse and/or Supervisor experience.

Responsibilities

• Drive excellence and inspire the team.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Recruit and hire staff to meet department needs.
• Facilitate Quality Improvement Program.

Skills

Leadership

Patient care

Operational management

Regulatory compliance

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

Overview

Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact to patients, caregivers, and your community? At Hi-Desert Medical Center hospital, we are seeking an innovative and experienced healthcare leader to drive excellence and inspire our team towards exceptional patient outcomes and operational success.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long‑term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

This position is responsible for the operations of the Emergency Department.

Responsibilities

• Implement selection of accountability measure sets selected by the Hospital District Leadership (e.g., Core Measures, HCAHPS, CALNOC, CA Health Engagement Network).
• Assure participation and achievement of hospital goals in processes monitored by Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and Joint Commission Accountability Measures.
• Ensure all staff meet annual requirements for licensure, certifications, and skills updates.
• Develop, revise, and monitor compliance of policies and procedures for departmental operations.
• Identify department indicators for performance improvement and provide data.
• Ensure staff comply with National Patient Safety Goals.
• Recruit and hire staff to meet department needs.
• Maintain effective communication with other departments and medical staff.
• Maintain a work environment that promotes teamwork and staff growth.
• Ensure knowledge of JCAHO, CMS and Title 22 regulatory standards is adhered to at all times.
• Direct staffing and scheduling decisions to anticipate needs and schedule staff in a fair, objective manner.
• Evaluate personnel performance and provide written documentation at required intervals; complete evaluations in a timely manner.
• Facilitate Quality Improvement Program to monitor nursing practice in the department, consistent with District QI plan and the Scope of Service in Emergency Services.
• Remain current in nursing practice by attending education programs and assist staff in keeping current in knowledge.
• Ensure staff attendance at orientation and education programs; orient new employees to the department prior to independent scheduling and offer regular in‑services.
• Establish and maintain policies and procedures for the Emergency Department; incorporate recommendations from staff and physicians.
• Establish and attend to the budget for the Emergency Department; incorporate recommendations from staff and physicians.
• Inspect use and condition of equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of the department by rounding on patients and/ with EVS leadership.
• Maintain a spirit of cooperation among all members of the Emergency Department.
• Coordinate the Emergency Department schedule; plan appropriate staffing, equipment and instruments.
• Identify interdepartmental problems and work towards satisfactory solutions.
• Manage resources of the department consistent with the organization’s strategic plan and fiscal plans; establish and achieve annual objectives that support the organization’s mission, vision and goals.
• Collaborate with leaders throughout HDMC to ensure open lines of communication and continuity of high‑quality care.
• Collaborate with the immediate supervisor, CNO/COO to ensure all responsibilities of the director are met and in line with strategic goals of HDMC.

Position Specifications

• Assists with lifting and moving patients
• Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.)
• Occasional prolonged standing/walking
• Occasionally lifts supplies/equipment
• Occasional reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching
• Moderate sitting at desk and typing

Working Conditions

• Contact with patients under a variety of circumstances; possible exposure to body fluids and wastes
• Exposure to unpleasant elements (emergencies, injuries, illnesses)
• Handles emergency or crisis situations
• May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases, as well as blood‑borne pathogens
• May have to perform emergent care for patients and families
• Requires judgment/action which could result in the death of a patient
• Subject to numerous interruptions by phone calls, visitors, staff, etc.
• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations

Physical Demands

• Moderate physical effort (lift/carry up to 25 lbs.)
• Frequent prolonged standing/walking
• Moderate sitting at your desk, working on the computer
• Manual dexterity and mobility

Employee Status and Working Hours

• Reports to: CNO/COO
• Exempt status
• Hours: Monday through Friday and flexible as required to meet department needs
• Working a shift on the floor may be required

Minimum Education / Experience

• Required current California RN license
• Minimum 7 years RN experience in Emergency Department
• Charge Nurse and/or Supervisor Experience
• Associate’s Degree in Nursing, Bachelor’s Degree in nursing preferred
• Current MICN, ACLS, NRP and PALS certifications

Preferred Education

• Bachelor’s in Nursing

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Salary: $65.32 - $104.52 per hour. Individual wages are determined based upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, an individual’s qualifications and experience.