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Director Emergency Services Palo Alto Hospital

University Health

Job Description

Job Description

Director, Emergency Services - University Health Palo Alto Hospital

Come grow with us! At University Health, we are building a healthier future with our community hospitals.  We welcome driven healthcare leaders who thrive in collaborative environments and are ready to make a lasting impact.

University Health Palo Alto Campus

University Health Palo Alto Hospital will include a 24/7 emergency department and labor & delivery unit, radiology, laboratory, pharmacy, a neonatal intensive care unit/nursery, and inpatient units for both adults and children.

The hospital will open in 2026-27 with 166 beds and is designed to expand to 286 beds as this area continues to grow. To make it even more convenient for patients, a connected 100,000-square-foot medical office building will offer appointments for a wide range of medical and surgical specialists.

University Health is Leading the Way

For more than 100 years, University Health has been here to heal, to improve health, to lead, innovate and advance the practice of medicine.  Above all, the people of University Health are here to serve all who entrust us with their health and lives with the highest quality care, respect and compassion.

At the University Health main campus, University Hospital proudly serves as the primary teaching facility for UT Health San Antonio and is the premiere Level I trauma center for South Texas.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the Director of Emergency Services develops and maintains professional relationships with all Retama Hospital leadership, University Health leadership, providers, community collaborators and customers. 

  • Provides leadership and overall management of Emergency Services operations and staff. 

  • Develops, conducts, and maintains Emergency Services performance improvement projects and patient safety programs. 

  • Performs supervisory functions over Emergency Department staff.

  • Provides clinical and financial information and statistics for successful Emergency Department operations. 

  • Ensures the Emergency Department is prepared for small and large-scale disaster events.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and current registration with the Board of Nurse Examiners for the State of Texas is required. Master of Science Degree in Nursing with an Administration component is preferred. Five years experience in nursing with at least two years in a supervisor or managerial position is required. Knowledge and experience with a Level I trauma center program is strongly preferred. TNCC (Trauma Nurse Core Course) certification and BLS - Basic Life Support an ACLS - Advanced Care Life Support required.

 

Total Rewards:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Extensive ancillary benefits

  • Paid Time Off

  • Excellent Retirement Plans

  • Prescription drug coverage

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Pet Insurance

Apply now and be a part of shaping the future of University Health!


Director, Emergency Services - Palo Alto Hospital at University Health

Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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