About the role

Find your calling at Mercy!
Position Details:
  • Lead the largest Emergency Department in Arkansas!
  • Mercy Fort Smith has recently completed a $162 million expansion, creating one of the most advanced emergency care environments in the region:
  • Emergency Department expanded from 29 to 50 treatment roomsICU expanded from 38 to 64 beds
  • Capacity to support approximately 25,000 additional patient visits annually74,000 annual ED visits
Level III Trauma CenterAbout the RoleThe Director of Emergency Services provides strategic and operational leadership for a fast-paced Emergency Department, ensuring the delivery of exceptional patient-centered care while advancing organizational goals, regulatory compliance, trauma standards, and emergency medicine best practices. Working closely with physicians, EMS partners, trauma leadership, and interdisciplinary teams, you'll lead a highly engaged team focused on improving outcomes, enhancing the patient experience, and supporting the growing healthcare needs of our community. Why Mercy Fort Smith? Largest Emergency Department in Arkansas Recently expanded through a $162 million investment Growing patient volumes and community impact Collaborative physician and leadership partnerships Mission-driven organization committed to serving others Opportunity to lead during a period of significant growth and transformation
Benefits:
  • Bonus eligible
  • Relocation assistance available
  • Flexible Time Off (FTO)
  • Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with employer match
  • Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
Qualifications:
  • RequiredGraduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • Current RN licensure in the applicable state of practice
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing 3-5 years of leadership or administrative experience 3-5 years of relevant clinical experience
  • PreferredMaster's Degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field
Make an Impact. Lead a growing Emergency Department, develop high-performing teams, and help shape emergency care for the communities Mercy serves across the Fort Smith region. Why Mercy? From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period. Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.keyword(s): Emergency Department Director Emergency Services Director Director of Emergency Medicine Operations Director of Nursing, Emergency Services ED Director Emergency Room Director ER Director Director of Trauma Services Trauma Program Director Director of Critical Care & Emergency Services Service Line Director, Emergency Services Administrative Director, Emergency Services Nursing Director, Emergency Department Director of Acute Care Services Regional Emergency Services Director Emergency Preparedness Director Director of Patient Care Services Clinical Operations Director Director of Hospital Operations Chief Nursing Officer (smaller facilities) Associate Chief Nursing Officer Assistant CNO

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JOB OVERVIEW

Experience level

Manager

Location

Fort Smith, AR

Occupation

Medical and Health Services Managers

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

Posted

8 days ago

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