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Director of Emergency Services (ED)
- Location: Kansas City, MO
- Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
- Schedule: Days
- Compensation: $135,000 – $180,000/year (based on experience)
- Annual Bonus: 17.5% – 26.25% (performance-based)
- Relocation Assistance: Case by case
- Sign-On Bonus: Not offered
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Director of Emergency Services (ED) to lead operations in a high-volume, Level I Trauma emergency department. With over 25 main ED beds, rapid care spaces, a busy free-standing ED averaging 100 daily visits, and another location under development, this role provides the opportunity to oversee one of the busiest emergency care networks in the region. This is a high-impact leadership position offering competitive pay, annual incentives, and relocation assistance in Kansas City, MO.
Responsibilities
Provide strategic and operational leadership for emergency services across main and free-standing EDs.
Oversee ~115 FTEs with direct accountability for staffing, scheduling, and labor management.
Ensure patient-centered, evidence-based care and compliance with all regulatory standards.
Drive continuous improvement in quality, safety, and patient throughput.
Collaborate with physicians, nursing leaders, and administrators to optimize service delivery.
Monitor and manage departmental budgets, resources, and performance metrics.
Foster a culture of accountability, staff engagement, and service excellence.
Qualifications
Required
2 years of recent acute care Director-level ED leadership (may consider strong managers running day-to-day operations at Director level)
Proven track record of delivering strong ED metrics and performance outcomes
Bachelor’s degree required (Nursing strongly preferred)
Active RN license (Missouri or Compact state)
Preferred
Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
National certification (CEN, CCRN, or equivalent)
Compensation & Benefits
Salary: $135,000 – $180,000/year (commensurate with experience)
Annual performance bonus: 17.5% – 26.25% of salary
Relocation assistance: Case by case
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
401(k) with up to 9% employer match
Employee stock purchase plan (10% discount)
Tuition reimbursement, certification support, and student loan assistance
Paid family leave, PTO, and disability coverage
Fertility and adoption assistance, dependent scholarships
Wellness programs, counseling, financial/legal services, and pet insurance
Ideal For
Experienced ED Directors ready to lead one of the region’s busiest emergency services networks.
Emergency nurse leaders seeking advancement to a multi-site Director role.
Candidates passionate about performance improvement, patient experience, and staff development in emergency care.
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Salary : $135,000 - $180,000
