Shift:  Monday-Friday; 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

As the Director of Emergency Services, you'll do more than oversee operations - you’ll help shape the future of emergency care. This dynamic leadership role is responsible for driving the vision, strategy, and success of our Emergency Services department, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission and long-term goals.

You’ll lead a high-performing team dedicated to delivering outstanding patient care in one of the most fast-paced and impactful areas of healthcare. From championing clinical excellence and enhancing the patient experience to optimizing operational performance and financial stewardship, you'll be at the center of creating an environment where patients receive exceptional care when they need it most.

If you're a strategic leader who thrives on collaboration, innovation, and making a meaningful difference every day, this is your opportunity to lead with purpose and inspire excellence across Emergency Services.

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

• Responsible for hiring, evaluating, and development management teams to develop an effective and efficient leadership team.
• Develops and reviews succession plans for expected and unexpected vacancies in key Service Line positions.
• Responsible for activity and operations within specified areas.
• Responsible for organizing staffing and administering all personnel in one or more functional organizational units.
• Partner with the Market Chief Nursing Officer and other directors to develop operational plans to ensure the achievement of the strategic work.
• Leads development and approval of ED operational plans; accountable for translating strategy into workflows and staffing models.
• Owns ED strategic priorities and operational execution; sets targets and timelines; holds teams accountable.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing or Health related profession.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Current RN Licensure in State of Iowa or applicable compact state. Must be licensed in state of residence.

Experience:

• Five years of professional experience required.
• Two years of previous management experience required.