Head of Emergency Services

HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and the United Kingdom. We are looking for a Director Emergency Services for our HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital team where excellence creates excellence.

HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock

Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more

Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

The Director of Emergency Services ensures high quality, patient-centered care through oversight of the overall function and staffing of the unit(s) and department(s) in addition to forecasting, planning, and budget monitoring. The Director of Emergency Services fosters a culture of accountability and collaboration and supports the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures in support of facility objectives.

Quality

Cultivates a superior clinical identity by identifying and implementing evidence-based practices to advance patient safety and quality outcomes. Manages variation in clinical practice to improve efficiency, effectiveness, and cost. Stays abreast of legal and regulatory standards and ensures compliance. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and practices in compliance with all legal/regulatory standards.

Ensures equipment maintenance is performed regularly and according to regulatory and/or accreditation standards.

Ensures efficient patient throughput and delivery of high quality, patient-centered care through volume forecasting, patient flow coordination, and admission/discharge planning.

Develops care coordination policies and procedures to promote improved quality, safety, and efficiency in care. Directs nursing practice and unit operations. Develops policies, procedures, and nursing standards to ensure patient and family needs are assessed, met, and evaluated.

Service

Leverages various feedback mechanisms to benchmark performance and identify opportunities to improve customer/patient satisfaction. Collaborates with subject matter experts and patient experience leaders to ensure compliance with evidence-based practices that enhance patient experience and customer service.

Ensures employees are recognized, valued, and supported. Identifies development opportunities or training needs of individual employees and teams. Provides coaching, feedback, and training to improve performance.

Collaborates with administrative team and physicians to enhance existing services or develop new service offerings.

Participates in the annual budget process, including input into department revenue and expense forecasts, staffing, and supply and equipment needs. Monitors department budget performance; Develops and implements actions to address performance gaps.

Ensures effective labor management, including position control, scheduling excellence, productivity management, and premium pay utilization. Manages operating expenses, including the utilization of supplies and equipment. Bachelor's degree in nursing Required

About HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital
HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, opening Spring 2026, is a 90-bed, state-of-the-art acute care facility offering comprehensive emergency services, advanced surgical care, and a 30-bed inpatient rehabilitation unit. As part of HCA Florida Healthcare and the broader HCA Healthcare network of 650+ sites, we are committed to improving more lives in more ways and serving the Gainesville community.

Emergency Medicine - Comprehensive emergency care services

Inpatient Rehabilitation - 30-bed unit for post-surgical and injury recovery

Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art hospital opening in Spring 2026

Access career growth opportunities within HCA Healthcare’s nationwide network

Make a difference in the Gainesville community while advancing your career

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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