Director of Nursing Emergency Room
Listed compensation
$108k-$150k
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- Employment & setting
- Full-Time
- Call expectations
- Not specified
- Weekends
- Not specified
Job Description
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Director of Nursing – Emergency Room
- Location: West Palm Beach, FL
- Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Lead. Inspire. Make an Impact.
We’re seeking an experienced Director of Nursing – Emergency Room to lead clinical and operational services within a fast-paced, high-acuity Emergency Department.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced ER nursing leader who is passionate about patient care, team development, quality improvement, and operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
Lead daily Emergency Department clinical and operational activities
Ensure safe, high-quality, and cost-effective patient care
Lead and develop nursing staff and leadership teams
Drive quality, patient safety, and patient satisfaction initiatives
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, state regulations, and Joint Commission standards
Maintain readiness for surveys, audits, and inspections
Lead emergency preparedness and disaster readiness programs
Develop and implement policies, procedures, and service-line initiatives
Support Emergency Department growth, performance, and operational improvement
Collaborate closely with physicians, nursing teams, and hospital leadership
What We’re Looking For
BSN required
Active Florida RN license
Minimum 2 years of healthcare management experience
Minimum 2 years of Emergency Room/ED experience
Strong nursing leadership and team-management skills
Knowledge of hospital operations, regulatory compliance, and patient-care standards
Strong communication, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities
Required Certifications
BLS/CPR – AHA
ACLS – AHA
PALS – AHA
CPI – within 30 days of hire
TNCC – within 180 days of hire
NIH Stroke Certification – within 60 days of hire
Preferred
Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare, or related field
Previous Emergency Department leadership experience
Experience with emergency preparedness and disaster management
Why This Opportunity?
Join a leadership team where you can shape Emergency Department operations, develop clinical teams, improve patient outcomes, and make a meaningful impact on patient care.
Ready to take the next step in your ER nursing leadership career? Apply today!
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Key Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing will lead daily clinical and operational activities within the Emergency Department to ensure high-quality patient care. They are responsible for developing nursing staff, driving safety initiatives, and maintaining compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BSN and an active Florida RN license with at least two years of healthcare management and emergency room experience. Required certifications include BLS, ACLS, PALS, CPI, TNCC, and NIH Stroke Certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Bachelor degree
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Emergency Nursing — Registered Nurse Career Context
Of the 40 active Nursing Leadership listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 57% have no call, 78% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$129k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $125k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$129k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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Living in West Palm Beach
- Typical 3-bedroom home value
- $470k
- Typical market rent
- $2,377/mo
- Residents’ average commute
- 23 min
- State income tax
- None
Sources & methodology
Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.
City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.