Director of Emergency Services

Director of Emergency Services

Fort Walton Beach / Destin, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Days | Administrative Schedule

Compensation: $132,500 – $172,000 annually (based on experience)

Executive Bonus: 17.5% – 26.25% annual incentive

Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case)

Sign-On Bonus: Not currently offered

Overview

A high-volume acute care hospital serving the Emerald Coast region is seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services to lead emergency department operations across a main emergency department and multiple freestanding emergency locations.

This senior leadership role is responsible for clinical quality, patient throughput, staffing, financial performance, and growth initiatives within Emergency Services. The Director will play a key role in stabilizing operations, developing teams, improving retention, and supporting expansion of emergency services.

This opportunity is best suited for a hands-on Emergency Department leader with Level I or Level II trauma experience, strong operational discipline, and the ability to energize teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

Quality & Clinical Operations

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Emergency Services across multiple sites.

• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered emergency care.

• Implement evidence-based practices to improve clinical outcomes and patient safety.

• Maintain compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and trauma standards.

• Oversee equipment readiness, maintenance, and regulatory compliance.

• Direct nursing practice, clinical standards, and departmental policies.

Throughput & Care Coordination

• Drive efficient patient flow through volume forecasting, staffing alignment, and coordination of admissions and discharges.

• Lead initiatives to reduce wait times, improve length of stay, and enhance throughput.

• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among physicians, nursing, ancillary departments, and leadership.

Patient Experience

• Lead strategies to improve patient satisfaction and service excellence.

• Utilize patient feedback and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.

• Establish accountability for consistent, high-quality patient interactions.

People Leadership

• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, engagement, and retention strategies.

• Develop leaders and frontline staff through coaching, education, and performance management.

• Build a culture of accountability, trust, and professional growth.

• Stabilize staffing and reduce turnover through targeted leadership initiatives.

Growth & Strategy

• Partner with administrative and physician leadership to expand emergency services and support new site openings.

• Identify opportunities for service line growth, innovation, and differentiation.

• Support onboarding and development of new graduate nurses within Emergency Services.

Financial Management

• Lead departmental budgeting, forecasting, and expense management.

• Ensure effective labor management, scheduling, productivity, and premium pay control.

• Identify cost-containment opportunities while maintaining quality and access.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license

• Minimum of 3 years of current or recent Emergency Department Director experience

• Experience leading Emergency Services in a Level I or Level II trauma environment

• Demonstrated success managing high-volume emergency departments

Preferred

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field

• Experience overseeing multiple emergency departments or freestanding ERs

• Strong background in throughput improvement, staff engagement, and operational turnaround

• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop teams in high-acuity settings

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive salary range with market flexibility for highly experienced leaders

• Annual performance incentive with significant upside

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Paid time off and paid holidays

• Retirement plan with employer contribution

• Tuition assistance and professional development support

• Wellness and employee support programs

Ideal For

• Emergency Department Directors seeking a larger, multi-site leadership role

• Leaders experienced in Level I or Level II trauma emergency services

• Executives with a track record of improving throughput, engagement, and retention

• High-energy leaders comfortable driving change and supporting growth initiatives

Keywords / Hashtags

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