Director Emergency DepartmentLake Wales, FL

Director Emergency Department

At AdventHealth Lake Wales, many of our team members have spent the majority of their careers here, with each one committed to giving our patients the best experience and care possible. We invite you to elevate your career with a new job at AdventHealth Lake Wales hospital. Join our team of talented Lake Wales nurses, surgical technologist, imaging professionals, cath lab technologist, and health administration professionals for a fulfilling career.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission : Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The Director is the designated leader for specific nursing units. He / She is responsible for the patient population and assigned staff. The Director plans, organizes, directs, coordinates, and evaluates the unit activities. He / She provides direction, support and guidance to the assistant nurse managers and aids in their development both clinically and managerially. 24-hour accountability of units.

Demonstrates through behavior AdventHealth core values of Integrity, Compassion, Balance, Excellence, Stewardship and Teamwork as outlined in the organizations Performance Excellence program booklet.

Utilizes a working knowledge of the service areas and takes the most direct route to reach a destination.

Operates emergency vehicles safely in a variety of weather and emergent conditions in accordance to established safety standards. Effectively communicates delays and updates to dispatch. Immediately reports any damage or vehicle issues to the supervisor.

Helps in completing supply and equipment inventories each shift, restocking as needed. Keeps the work environment clean and organized. Refuels as per department protocol. Maintains the unit in a constant state of readiness.

Works as a team while transporting, assisting in patient management and able to effectively communicate information to other health care members.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed :

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN) or Master of Science degree in Nursing (MSN)

5 years clinical experience in area of specialty or related clinical field

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and / or Compact State Licensure Florida licensed Registered Professional Nurse

BCLS - Basic Life Support

ACLS

NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support

NIHSS

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.