Clinical Director, Liberty Emergency Department

Full-time position at Liberty Campus Emergency Department, 40 hours per week.

Pay

Expected starting pay range: $126,089.60 – $163,924.80 annually. Starting pay is based on experience, skills, and equity; exceptions may apply for highly qualified candidates. Additional pay (e.g., shift, on-call, or weekend differentials) and benefits may apply. Annual pay may vary based on FTE status.

Responsibilities

• Model and establish a culture reflecting Core Values and cultural competence, providing guidance and coaching for team members.
• Represent CCHMC at local, state, and national levels through professional associations and community service.
• Provide programmatic leadership for clinical components, ensuring quality outcomes by developing goals, standards, policies, and practices.
• Implement and monitor quality indicators, collaborating with others to plan, implement, and evaluate services.
• Promote the clinical profession through participation in professional activities and support research in associated areas.
• Promote a family-centered approach to care delivery, integrating the Interprofessional Practice Model (IPM) consistently.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal communication, presentation, and group facilitation skills.
• Hold self and others accountable for professional expectations and outcomes.
• Maintain a working understanding of regulatory and accreditation standards, evaluating compliance and identifying best practices.
• Lead corrective action plans to address deficiencies and ensure compliance readiness.
• Provide leadership for operational priorities, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy and goals.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate long- and short-term operational goals for the department.
• Drive execution of strategic plan components and monitor business processes for efficiency.
• Design and monitor patient flow patterns to maximize clinical and staff efficiency.
• Ensure policies conform to Medical Center guidelines.
• Coach and mentor personnel to enhance professional knowledge and competency.
• Oversee succession planning and provide mentorship to direct and indirect reports.
• Foster a positive organizational culture and quality of work life, ensuring engagement and action planning from employee surveys.
• Develop and oversee staffing and workforce strategies, including position control, recruiting, workforce planning, and inclusion management.
• Champion an inclusive workforce and support organizational programs impacting employees.
• Manage the department’s annual and capital budget, ensuring financial targets are met.
• Establish and monitor productivity metrics, ensuring compliance with financial policies.
• Identify cost-improvement opportunities through process analysis and recommend operational changes.
• Provide 24/7 oversight for assigned programs, ensuring patient and employee safety and quality outcomes.
• Direct and lead Clinical Managers and supervisory staff in day-to-day responsibilities and program oversight.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• 5+ years of work experience in Nursing.
• Active RN License in Ohio.
• Preferred: Supervisory experience in a hospital setting.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we focus on improving children’s health through a holistic team approach in patient care and scientific advancement. We strive for excellence and find inspiration in our shared purpose. Cincinnati Children’s is recognized as:

• A top 10 best Children’s Hospital by U.S. News & World Report for over 15 years.
• Among the top 3 Children’s Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding.
• One of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) and Best Employers for New Grads (2025).
• One of the nation’s Most Innovative Companies (Fortune).
• A Leading Disability Employer (National Organization on Disability).
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).

We embrace innovation, including the responsible use of artificial intelligence, to create space for new ideas and better outcomes.