Director of Emergency Services

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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