Administrative Director, Emergency Services (RN) at Purple Cow Recruiting

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Apr, 26

Salary

175000.0

Posted On

08 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Services, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Patient Experience, Staff Development, Resource Management, Compliance, Mentoring, Communication, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Clinical Issues, Cross-Departmental Relationships, HR Policies, Career Development, Emergency Care Standards

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Description Administrative Director, Emergency Services (RN) Location: Austin, TX Compensation: $150,000 – $175,000 base salary + bonus Relocation: Up to $25K combined (owner vs. renter tiers) Employment Type: Full-Time, Leadership We are seeking an experienced and high-capacity Administrative Director of Emergency Services to lead a very busy Emergency Department within a growing regional hospital system. This senior nursing leadership role oversees Emergency Services, two Free-Standing Emergency Departments (FSEDs), Emergency Management, and the inpatient hold unit. Ideal candidates bring strong ED operational leadership, the ability to manage high-volume, high-acuity settings, and the composure to lead teams through rapid workflow and change. Position Overview: The Administrative Director ensures consistent delivery of high-quality emergency care, drives operational excellence, oversees departmental growth and staff development, and manages resources efficiently across all emergency care settings. This leader plays a critical role in advancing patient experience, employee engagement, and performance outcomes. Key Responsibilities: • Identify operational or clinical issues and implement effective solutions with communication and follow-through • Participate in hospital and departmental committees, ensuring key updates are communicated to staff • Advance patient experience initiatives within the Emergency Department • Coach, mentor, and evaluate direct reports; support career development and succession planning • Ensure adherence to HR policies and documentation standards • Communicate organizational, industry, and departmental priorities effectively • Promote evidence-based staff engagement practices • Build strong cross-departmental relationships to support organizational goals • Conduct employee and patient rounding; identify and mentor emerging leaders • Enforce standards of emergency care and develop processes to ensure consistent compliance • Oversee the operations of the main ED, two FSEDs, and the inpatient hold unit • Manage resource allocation, staffing, budgets, and departmental performance measures • Support hospital expansion planning as the facility prepares for significant growth Department Snapshot: • Community hospital; 364 beds with expansion planned • 48 ED beds + 9 fast track; hallway expansion capacity for 27 • Trauma Level II • Daily volume: 200–250 visits • Acuity: Level 1 and 2 traumas, high stroke volume, mixed 25% lower acuity • Responsible for ~97 FTEs • EMR: Meditech Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required • Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or Business Administration required • 3+ years of Emergency Services experience • 5+ years of leadership experience • RN licensure (or eligibility) in applicable state • ACLS and PALS required • CEN and TNCC preferred

Responsibilities

The Administrative Director oversees the Emergency Department and ensures high-quality emergency care while driving operational excellence. This role involves managing resources, departmental growth, and staff development across various emergency care settings.