Summary Job Description: Emergency Department Nursing Director Full-Time, 1st Shift Emergency Department Baptist Health Corbin Emergency Department (ED) is a Level IV Trauma Designated unit with 28 beds that provides comprehensive, around-the-clock care to patients of all ages. The department treats a wide range of conditions, from non-emergent complaints to life-threatening illnesses and injuries. A dedicated split-flow area supports efficient evaluation and treatment of fast-track patients with lower acuity needs. Additionally, the ED includes a behavioral health intake area designed to safely assess and manage patients presenting mental health and behavioral health concerns. The Nursing Department Director directs the operations, programs, and activities of the Emergency Department. Provides leadership for departments and twenty-four accountability for budgetary and performance criteria. Provides assurance of culturally sensitive, high-quality patient care in accordance with evidence, based practice current research and standards of nursing practice. Collaborates with appropriate governing body, management, medical staff, and other leaders in the development of hospital-wide patient care programs, policies, procedures and performance improvement initiatives. Forms partnerships within nursing and across other disciplines to encourage excellence in service and care. The Nursing Director is an exemplar for compassion, acceptance, respect and empathy – honoring nursing as a distinct discipline and supporting an environment focused on healing and wellness. Job Description:   • Provides leadership and oversight of nursing operations to ensure high-quality, safe, and effective patient care. • Supervises nursing staff, including hiring, orientation, performance evaluations, coaching, and disciplinary actions. • Manages departmental staffing, scheduling, budgets, and resources to meet operational and productivity goals. • Develops and implements nursing standards, policies, and evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. • Leads quality improvement initiatives, monitors performance indicators, and supports hospital strategic goals. • Promotes staff development, engagement, retention, and collaboration across departments. • Ensures regulatory compliance, patient satisfaction, and a positive environment for patients, families, and employees. Minimum Education, Experience, Training and Licensures Required:  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. • Minimum of five years of nursing experience required. • Current Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license required. • American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification required within 30 days of hire. • AHA ACLS and PALS certifications required within 90 days of hire. • Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia, NIH Stroke Certification, 12 Lead, and TNCC required within 6 months of hire. • Glucometer Training required upon hire and Nurse Wound Care within 30 days. • Aegis Training required based on identified needs. Benefits:  • Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance • Life Insurance • Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance • Identity Theft Protection • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  • 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)  • PTO Sell Back Program  • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) • Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support  • Retirement with Company Match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.