Director, Clinical Operations Emergency Department

$138.44k - $221.52k

Full-time

ChristianaCare

Job Details

Ready to lead one of the busiest Emergency Departments in the region?

We're looking for a bold, operationally savvy healthcare leader to oversee Emergency Services across Christiana Hospital and Middletown Emergency Department.

This isn't just a nursing leadership role. We're seeking someone who can lead through complexity, drive cultural transformation,, tackle operational challenges head-on while keeping patients, caregivers, and providers at the center of every decision.

What You'll Do

Lead a large, high-performing team across Emergency Nursing, Observation, Float Pool, Clerical Services, and Middletown Emergency Department.
Drive operational excellence through data, metrics, patient flow, staffing, productivity, and resource management.
Partner closely with physicians, EMS agencies, operational leaders, and community stakeholders to solve system-wide challenges.
Create a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Lead teams through change while building trust, resilience, and high performance.
Develop future leaders and strengthen talent across the organization.
Balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership. You're just as comfortable discussing long-term vision as you are rolling up your sleeves to solve today's throughput challenge.

We're Looking For a Leader Who:

Has successfully led large teams in complex, fast-paced healthcare environments.
Understands both the clinical and business side of healthcare.
Knows how to use metrics to drive performance and outcomes.
Is highly visible, approachable, and accountable.
Has experience navigating difficult operational challenges and creating lasting change.
Builds strong relationships across departments and with external partners, including EMS and community organizations.

Qualifications

BSN required.
Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
Current RN licensure.
Professional certification in a related nursing specialty.
Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in a complex clinical setting.
Nurse Executive Certification preferred.

Why ChristianaCare?

At ChristianaCare, we're guided by our values of Love and Excellence and committed to delivering exceptional care while supporting our caregivers.

Our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one
Generous PTO and paid parental leave
Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
Comprehensive wellness resources
Career growth within one of the nation's most innovative health systems

If you're a strategic thinker, a strong operator, a culture builder, and a leader who isn't afraid to get into the weeds to drive results, we'd love to hear from you.

Come help shape the future of Emergency Services at ChristianaCare.

Annual Compensation Range $138,444.80 - $221,520.00This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Post End Date

Sep 30, 2026

EEO Posting Statement

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit

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