Interim Emergency and Critical Care Director

Location: Panama City, Florida • Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay • Department: Ascension Travel Program and Interim Leadership • Schedule: Full-time

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Develop departmental goals and objectives consistent with medical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements of the health care delivery system.
• Direct clinical activities, including patient assessment, care plan development, service level determination, patient visits, and complaint management.
• Prepare and monitor budget(s) and ensure that assigned nursing area operates within allocated funds. Coordinate and direct internal and externally-driven audits.
• Plan, organize and direct all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating and continuing education initiatives.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-10 years of previous ED or Critical Care director experience.

Benefits

• 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.

Pay

Gross Rate up to $5,061.92 per week.