Director of Emergency Services

Director of Emergency Services
Location: Rural Alaska | Critical Access Hospital
Type: Interim | Interim-to-Perm | Permanent
Compensation: $117,000$140,000 annually, based on experience
Start Date: As soon as available
Incentives: Eligible for relocation assistance up to $15,000, plus six months of temporary housing or up to $7,000 toward housing expenses
Benefits: Competitive benefits package offered by the facility

Rural Staffing Services (RSS) is actively recruiting a dedicated Emergency Department Director for a mission-driven hospital in Southeast Alaska. This position is ideal for an experienced nurse leader seeking either a permanent opportunity or an interim role in one of the most naturally beautiful and culturally rich regions in the country.

About the Location:
This remote Southeast Alaska community is accessible only by air or sea, offering an unmatched combination of natural beauty and vibrant local culture. Surrounded by glacier-fed waters, snowcapped mountains, and lush coastal forests, the area is known for its whale watching, hiking trails, art scene, and friendly, close-knit population. It's a place where adventure and meaningful work go hand-in-hand.

Position Overview:
The Director of Emergency Services is responsible for overseeing all aspects of patient care and staff operations in the Emergency Department. This includes leadership of the hospital's Stroke Program, Trauma Program, and Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) program.

The Director works collaboratively with program coordinators and hospital leadership to support optimal care delivery, quality improvement initiatives, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Emergency Department

• Support staff development, training, and performance

• Oversee departmental compliance with local, state, and federal healthcare regulations

• Collaborate with coordinators of specialty programs on day-to-day operations and escalated concerns

• Promote a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (Bachelors degree preferred; Masters degree a plus)

• Active RN license in the State of Alaska (or ability to obtain)

• Minimum of five (5) years of acute care nursing experience

• Minimum of two (2) years in a management or supervisory role

• Required certifications:

  • BLS, ACLS, PALS

  • TEAM/BERT within 90 days of hire

  • ENPC and TNCC within one year of hire

If you are a skilled emergency nurse leader ready for your next adventure, this opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in a community that truly appreciates its caregivers.