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Director of Emergency Services

Elko, Nevada

Req ID 7439-2838 Post Date Jul. 22, 2024 CategoryManagement and Supervisors FacilityNortheastern Nevada Regional Hospital
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Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital – Director of Emergency Services

This role includes a generous sign-on bonus and relocation benefit! 

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada.   We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and more.   We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center. We believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people.  We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

Where We Are:

Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada.  Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada.  Here you’ll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes.   The city’s economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos.  The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away.  With us is where you want to be.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
  • And much more…

Position Summary:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is seeking a full time Director of Emergency Services to lead our emergency team.  If you are looking for an opportunity to work with a team of professionals in a place where people want to work together to deliver compassionate, high quality patient care to help create an excellent workplace for our employees you will want to check out this opportunity.

Sign-on bonus, relocation and yearly bonus plan available as part of the compensation package.

The successful incumbent will have the ability to assess a variety of complex situation and determine the most effective means to resolve situations.  Leadership skills in decision making, problem solving, and interpersonal relations are involved in the daily contracts of working with department directors, physicians, staff, visitors, and vendors.  Is responsible to set the climate for cooperation between co-workers and shifts for a smooth-running operation.  Requires judgment/action that could impact the patient's outcome.  This is a working-director position. Must be able to jump in as a nurse and take care of patients as required by business needs.

Additional information regarding our Emergency Department:

  • Function as a level 3 trauma center (stabilize and transport)
  • 15 beds
  • Approximately 60-70 patients per day
  • 3-6 approximate admits per day
  • 24/7 Cardiac Cath Lab designation (accredited)
  • Chest pain accreditation
  • Stroke protocol
  • Direct reports include approximately 30 employees + 1 manager
  • Staffing typically includes a collaborative team of 2-4 RNs, 1 AEMT, 1 PA, and 1 Physician per 12-hour shift.

Qualifications: 

  • Education:   Bachelor's degree in nursing required; master's degree preferred.
  • License/Certification:  Current Nevada RN (or ability to obtain prior to hire) required.  American Heart Association Certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS required upon hire
  • Experience:  Must have 3+ years previous leadership experience in a hospital or acute care setting.
  • Skills:  Requires knowledge of department and hospital policies and procedures, OSHA, TJC standards.  The ability to retrieve, communicate or otherwise present information in a written, typed, auditory or visual fashion is essential.  The methods used to express or exchange ideas are by spoken, written, or typed words.  Written and manual dexterity skills are also required for the position.  Ability to assess a variety of complex situations and determine the most effective means to resolve situations.  Leadership skills in decision making, problem solving, and interpersonal relations are involved in the daily contacts of working with department directors.  Sets the climate for cooperation between co-workers and shifts for a smooth-running operation.

EEOC Statement:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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