Director of Emergency Services - Pediatrics

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Director of Emergency Services – Pediatrics

Savannah, GA

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Days | Rotating Weekends
Salary Range: $95,177 – $132,283
Annual Incentive Bonus: 17.5%
Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis

Job Description

Overview

A leading Level I Trauma-designated Children’s Hospital in coastal Georgia is seeking a dynamic Director of Emergency Services – Pediatrics to lead a high-volume pediatric emergency department.

This role provides executive oversight of pediatric emergency operations within a dedicated children’s hospital environment. The department manages approximately 41,000 annual visits (112 daily average) and includes 18 pediatric ER beds and 50 inpatient pediatric beds.

The ideal candidate is a passionate pediatric emergency leader who combines strong operational discipline with a collaborative, team-focused leadership style that fosters engagement and a child-centered care culture.

Responsibilities

Quality & Clinical Excellence

• Lead evidence-based pediatric emergency practices to enhance safety and outcomes

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, accreditation, and trauma standards

• Optimize patient throughput and care coordination processes

• Develop and implement pediatric emergency nursing policies and standards

• Monitor clinical performance metrics and implement improvement strategies

Service & Patient Experience

• Drive strategies to enhance pediatric patient and family experience

• Foster a culture of accountability, compassion, and service excellence

• Utilize feedback mechanisms to elevate patient satisfaction and engagement

People & Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of approximately 46 FTEs, including leadership support

• Foster employee engagement and professional development

• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration across departments

• Ensure staff competencies align with pediatric emergency care standards

Growth & Strategic Planning

• Partner with physicians and executive leadership to expand pediatric services

• Identify opportunities for growth and differentiation

• Support volume forecasting and service line development initiatives

Financial Oversight

• Participate in budget development and financial forecasting

• Monitor revenue, labor management, and operating expenses

• Identify and implement cost-efficiency initiatives

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

• Active RN license

• Minimum 1+ year of Manager or Director-level leadership experience

• Minimum 3+ years of Emergency Department experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of recent Pediatric Emergency experience
  (Mother/Baby, NICU, or Labor & Delivery backgrounds will not be considered)

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field

• Experience in high-volume pediatric emergency departments

• Level I Trauma exposure

Additional Information

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive executive-level salary

• 17.5% performance-based incentive bonus

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Tuition assistance and leadership development programs

• Relocation assistance available

Ideal For

• Pediatric Emergency Nurse Managers ready to step into Director-level leadership

• Directors seeking leadership within a dedicated Children’s Hospital environment

• Leaders passionate about pediatric care, team culture, and service excellence

• Candidates seeking impact within a high-volume Level I Trauma pediatric center

Keywords

Director Emergency Services Pediatrics, Pediatric ER Director, Children’s Hospital Leadership, Pediatric Emergency Nurse Leader, Trauma Center Director
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