Emergency Department Director

Your future role at a glance Location: Travel between two Jacksonville, FL locations Specialty: Freestanding Emergency Rooms Schedule: Days | Full-time Eligible for an annual bonus incentive Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer‑matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro‑rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension‑paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well‑being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more How you’ll make an impact in this role Pioneer a Brand‑New Legacy: Spearhead the ground‑up build, construction phase, and grand opening of a state‑of‑the‑art freestanding Emergency Room, leaving your personal fingerprint on the facility's physical and operational footprint. Architect the Clinical Environment: Lead the end‑to‑end curation of the facility’s infrastructure, from hand‑selecting advanced medical equipment and establishing robust inventory pipelines to developing a high‑functioning, fully integrated on‑site lab. Build and Inspire Your Dream Team: Conduct the talent acquisition, training, and cultural development of a brand‑new, elite clinical team, fostering an environment of clinical excellence, shared accountability, and high morale from day one. Drive Strategic & Financial Autonomy: Own the operational blueprint by designing departmental goals, managing a dynamic launch budget, and orchestrating streamlined workflows that balance fiscal responsibility with uncompromised patient care. Forge Collaborative Leadership Pathways: Act as the vital bridge between physicians, hospital executives, and community partners to cultivate a seamless, obstacle‑free environment focused on clinical quality and service excellence. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross Accepted. Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred. Work Experience: 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred. What additional preferences we're seeking Freestanding ER experience strongly preferred Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here ( for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr