Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ED - Emergency Department
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL

Director Emergency Services

Position Summary Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips Hospital is a 285-bed acute care facility serving southwest Orange County for more than 35 years. The hospital offers advanced technology and expertise in numerous areas of specialty, including diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular and stroke care, comprehensive surgical services, and rehabilitation, with minimally invasive options for many procedures utilizing the DaVinci Robotic Surgical System and Mako SmartRobotics roboticarm-assisted surgery for knee and hip joint replacement. A comprehensive Emergency Department treats both adults and children, including a "fast track" for minor emergencies, and is a designated Primary Stroke Center. The campus also includes an Orlando Health Cancer Institute location offering diagnostic, treatment and support services. Recognized for quality, Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips appeared among the top teaching hospitals on the IBM Watson Health 100 Top Hospitals list for 2021 and was named as a "2020 Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare. The hospital also provides services at the Orlando Health Emergency Room and Medical Pavilion - Osceola in Kissimmee and Orlando Health Emergency Room - Randal Park in Lake Nona Qualifications Education/Training • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred . Licensure/Certification • Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. • May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: o Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) o Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) o Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) o Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Experience Three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in the emergency department setting and (2) plus years of nursing leadership experience. Must be a self motivator, a team player, critical thinker, engaging and flexible. Responsibilities Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of emergency services to ensure delivery of quality service and optimal patient flow. • Evaluates the environment and makes recommendations to ensure optimal patient comfort, safety, and compliance with various standards of care, regulatory and governing bodies (i.e., OSHA, JCAHO, infection control, risk management) • Plans and coordinates quality and service activities in the department and is responsible for the overall culture of safety within the department • Promotes a satisfied, healthy work environment for the workforce by establishing a climate of growth, challenge and development • Analyzes, develops and maintains an effective and efficient nursing delivery model that reflects patient and family needs, ultimately achieving desired outcomes • Participates in the planning and implementation of new technologies, procedures, services to support day-to-day operations • Assures development, implementation and evaluation of evidenced based, quality clinical nursing practice consistent with nursing research, organizational and national practice standards • Develops and introduces approved standards and guidelines for emergency service programs • Embraces, communicates and promotes effective change • Serves as a liaison to nursing administration for team members • Facilitates and supports team member involvement in professional and organizational activities • Demonstrates high level knowledge of Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) laws Education/Training • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred . Licensure/Certification • Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). • Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. • May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: o Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) o Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) o Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) o Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Experience Three (3) years of experience as a registered nurse in the emergency department setting and (2) plus years of nursing leadership experience. Must be a self motivator, a team player, critical thinker, engaging and flexible. Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of emergency services to ensure delivery of quality service and optimal patient flow. • Evaluates the environment and makes recommendations to ensure optimal patient comfort, safety, and compliance with various standards of care, regulatory and governing bodies (i.e., OSHA, JCAHO, infection control, risk management) • Plans and coordinates quality and service activities in the department and is responsible for the overall culture of safety within the department • Promotes a satisfied, healthy work environment for the workforce by establishing a climate of growth, challenge and development • Analyzes, develops and maintains an effective and efficient nursing delivery model that reflects patient and family needs, ultimately achieving desired outcomes • Participates in the planning and implementation of new technologies, procedures, services to support day-to-day operations • Assures development, implementation and evaluation of evidenced based, quality clinical nursing practice consistent with nursing research, organizational and national practice standards • Develops and introduces approved standards and guidelines for emergency service programs • Embraces, communicates and promotes effective change • Serves as a liaison to nursing administration for team members • Facilitates and supports team member involvement in professional and organizational activities • Demonstrates high level knowledge of Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA) laws