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Travel Nurse Director RN - ED - Emergency Department - $3,446 per week
Travel Nurse Director RN - ED - Emergency Department - $3,446 per weekFirst Connect Health • Grand Junction, CO, United States
Travel Nurse Director RN - ED - Emergency Department - $3,446 per week

Travel Nurse Director RN - ED - Emergency Department - $3,446 per week

First Connect Health • Grand Junction, CO, United States
7 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department Director for a travel nursing job in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty : ED - Emergency Department
  • Discipline : RN
  • Start Date : 12 / 22 / 2025
  • Duration : 26 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift : 8 hours, rotating
  • Employment Type : Travel

💼 Position : Director of Emergency Services & Short Stay Observation Unit (ED & SSOU)

📍 Location : On-site (Colorado)

🕒 Schedule : Full-Time

🔄 Interim-to-Perm Opportunity

Position Overview

The Director of Emergency Services & Short Stay Observation Unit (ED & SSOU) provides strategic and operational leadership for Emergency and Observation services. This role ensures delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centered care while fostering high-performing, collaborative, and engaged teams.

This is a working leadership role — the Director must be willing and able to step in and support clinical staffing when necessary. Visibility and presence across all shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays) is essential.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and oversee daily operations of the Emergency Department & SSOU
  • Provide strong clinical and administrative leadership while supporting multi-disciplinary teams
  • Ensure compliance with clinical standards, regulatory guidelines, and performance metrics
  • Monitor budgets, resource allocation, staffing levels, and labor strategies
  • Implement initiatives to elevate patient satisfaction, team engagement, and workflow efficiency
  • Serve as a hands-on clinical leader when needed to support staffing and patient care
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related healthcare field — Required
  • Master’s degree — Preferred
  • Active Colorado RN license (or eligible for licensure) — Required
  • Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience in Emergency Services or Acute Care
  • Minimum 3 years in a leadership role — Required
  • ACLS & PALS certifications — Required
  • ⭐ NEBC, CEN, or equivalent leadership / emergency certification — Preferred

    Additional Requirements

  • On-site leadership presence is required
  • Must be available across all shifts to support team and department needs
  • Occasional hands-on clinical support may be required during staffing shortages
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    About First Connect Health

    At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

    By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

    But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because :

  • ✅ Trust and Transparency : We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • ✅ Best Pay & Benefits : We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • ✅ Flexibility & Choice : Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • ✅ Personalized Support : Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.
  • When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

    Benefits

  • Medical benefits
  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus
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