Location: Austin, Texas
Schedule: Full-Time | No Weekends
Reports To: Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO)
Position Type: Permanent
A 368-bed acute care hospital in the Austin market is seeking an experienced emergency services leader to oversee a high-volume, high-acuity Emergency Services operation. The organization is part of a large, integrated healthcare system and is known for advanced clinical programs and rapid regional growth.
Key distinctions include:
Level II Trauma Center
Nationally accredited oncology services
Adult transplant and cellular therapy program (regional exclusive)
Comprehensive cardiac, stroke, and orthopedic care
Full-service maternity and newborn programs
Advanced robotic surgery capabilities with academic affiliation
Multiple freestanding emergency departments
Planned expansion, including a new inpatient tower within approximately three years
This is a fast-paced emergency services environment within a rapidly expanding market.
48 ED beds plus 9 Fast Track beds
Up to 27 additional hallway beds utilized during surge periods
Average daily volume: approximately 200–250 patients
Level II Trauma designation
High stroke and mixed-acuity case volume (approximately 25% lower-acuity cases)
Two operational FSEDs located approximately 20–32 miles from the main campus
Site A: Approximately 9–10 patients per day
Site B: Approximately 40–50 patients per day with increasing volume
Inpatient hold unit
Planned fourth freestanding emergency department
Future satellite hospital (expected to introduce an additional Director-level leadership layer over FSED operations)
The Administrative Director of Emergency Services provides strategic and operational leadership across all emergency care platforms, including the main Emergency Department, freestanding emergency departments, inpatient hold operations, and emergency management functions.
This role is responsible for driving quality outcomes, operational efficiency, staff engagement, growth readiness, and financial performance while ensuring consistent, patient-centered emergency care delivery.
Identify, assess, and resolve operational challenges across emergency services
Ensure compliance with emergency care standards, policies, and regulatory requirements
Develop, monitor, and act on quality and performance metrics
Advance patient experience and service excellence initiatives
Promote evidence-based clinical and operational practices
Participate in hospital-wide and interdisciplinary committees
Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports
Conduct performance evaluations and manage accountability
Identify and support emerging leaders within emergency services
Ensure adherence to human resources policies and labor standards
Foster collaborative relationships across departments and service lines
Support and operationalize expansion initiatives (new tower, additional FSEDs, satellite hospital)
Align emergency services growth with broader organizational strategy
Strengthen physician engagement and community partnerships
Support readiness for future service line expansion and market growth
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing – Required
Master’s Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or MBA – Required
Minimum 3 years of Emergency Services experience
Minimum 5 years of progressive leadership experience
Active RN license (Texas or compact eligible)
ACLS Certification – Required
PALS Certification – Required
Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN)
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification
Midpoint: $156,025
Maximum: $175,000
17.5% target bonus
Up to 26.25% total performance incentive
$15,000 lump-sum relocation allowance
Up to $10,000 for household goods (homeowners)
Renters eligible for reduced relocation assistance
For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.