DIRECTOR EMERGENCY SERVICES

Direct Staffing Inc

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Grand Rapids, MI, us on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
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DIRECTOR EMERGENCY SERVICES 

Grand Rapids, MI



EXP 7-10 yrs

DEG Bach

RELO

BONUS


Job Description


Provides consistent leadership for the Emergency Department across two campuses and supports patient focused collaborative care in a shared governance environment. Responsible for coordinating, facilitating and integrating the optimal provision of cost-effective service in ED. In conjunction with this, other responsibilities include providing clinical expertise, customer service, and service recovery techniques. Full compliment of management responsibilities include planning human resource management, financial accountability, quality assessment and improvements, including regulatory compliance. This position requires 24/7 accountability to the ED unit. Qualifications:The successful candidate must be a graduate from approved program in professional nursing, BSN required, Masters preferred (MS, MSN, MBA, MHA). Holds a current RN Michigan License or the ability to obtain Michigan license. Certification in Nursing Administration encouraged. The candidate must have a minimum of five years nursing experience with three years progressive level of nursing administrative experience. Experience working in a union environment is preferred. Demonstrates the necessary ability and skill in the management of organizational change and continuous quality improvement processes. Evidence of creative and innovative approaches to achieving outcomes. Demonstrate ability to maintain effective working relationships with hospital leaders, staff and physicians. Demonstrate quantitative values based problem-solving and system thinking. Facilitate staff development through appropriate coaching, mentoring, and counseling. Well-developed communication skills, both written and oral. Able to communicate effectively with individuals and groups representing diverse perspectives. Ability to articulate and demonstrate commitment to the philosophy, values, mission, and vision of MHP. Seeking individual who will invest in integrating Shared Governance in both EDs and Critical Care.   


Position leads ED, ICU, and Trauma Services. Over 100,000 ED visits annually.   


SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS

BSN prefer Masters prepared 

Experience with Emergency Services and/or critical care 

Director level expereince 

IDEAL CANDIDATE

Experience professional with strong background and experience in leadership, innovative ideas as well as demonstrated ability to value and encourage staff.


Experience working with multiple unions would be a strong plus.

IDEAL CANDIDATE SHOULD HAVE WORKED FOR THE FOLLOWING COMPANY(IES): 

any health care organization that has high volume ED and Critical Care units.


All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Direct Staffing Inc


About this role

Summary

Lead ED, ICU, and trauma services, manage staff, ensure quality, and oversee operations.

Job title

DIRECTOR EMERGENCY SERVICES

Experience level

7-10 yrs

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Grand Rapids, MI, on-site, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

nursingRN licensemanagementcommunicationquality improvement

Preferred skills

union experienceshared governanceinnovative leadershipstaff development

Specializations

emergency servicescritical caretrauma services
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Grand Rapids, MI, USA

On-site City