staff - Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ED - Emergency Department - $76K-124K per year
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BJC HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Manager, ED - Emergency Department for a nursing job in Belleville, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

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Additional Information About the Role

Director of Emergency Management and Emergency Medical Services

for Memorial Hospital Belleville and Memorial Hospital Shiloh

Overview

Memorial Hospital Belleville is an acute care hospital offering medical and surgical services plus critical and emergency care including Children's at Memorial for pediatric emergency care. It provides patients a full complement of diagnostic and treatment services as well as heart and vascular care. Memorial, offering medical and surgical services plus critical care, is an accredited Chest Pain Center with PCI by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care and is designated as an Acute Stroke Ready Hospital by the Illinois Department of Public Health. In addition, Memorial Belleville recently was accredited by the American College of Radiology as a designated Lung Cancer Screening Center. Since 2008, it has been designated as a Magnet®-recognized organization for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Memorial Hospital Shiloh, a 94-bed, all-private suite hospital was recognized with Magnet status in 2018 and provides emergency care, labor & delivery, nursery, medical and surgical services plus critical care.

Preferred Qualifications

Overview: BJC HealthCare, one of the largest nonprofit healthcare organizations in the United States, is seeking a visionary and experienced leader to serve as the Director of Emergency Management and EMS. This dynamic role is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of healthcare emergency preparedness plans and programs, as well as leading our EMS and Regional Healthcare Coalition efforts. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in emergency management and EMS leadership, and a passion for ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients, staff, and communities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, policies, and procedures in alignment with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of emergency preparedness drills and exercises to test and validate response capabilities.
• Oversee administrative direction of the Southwestern Illinois (SWIL) EMS system, ensuring high-quality pre-hospital care and seamless integration with hospital emergency services.
• Serve as a key leader and facilitator for the Regional Healthcare Coalition, fostering collaboration and coordination among member organizations.
• Manage the hospital's Emergency Communications Center (PBX) operations, ensuring efficient and effective communication during emergencies and daily operations.
• Orchestrates the execution of federal and state grant funds in support of strategic regional healthcare goals and objectives.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clinical departments, facilities management, local emergency response agencies, and regional healthcare partners, to ensure effective coordination and communication during emergencies.
• Provide expert guidance and support to hospital leadership and incident command teams during emergency situations.
• Lead a team of Emergency Management, EMS, and PBX professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and excellence.
• Oversee the development and delivery of emergency preparedness training and education programs for staff, physicians, and volunteers.
• Monitor and analyze emerging threats, trends, and best practices in emergency management and EMS to inform strategy and drive program enhancements.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in emergency management, public health, EMS, or a related field; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in emergency management or EMS, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of emergency management principles, practices, and regulations, including the Incident Command System (ICS), National Incident Management System (NIMS), and Hospital Incident Command System (HICS).
• Strong project management, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Versed in quality assurance and improvement processes.

Desired Qualifications:

• Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) or equivalent certification.
• Experience in long range planning and strategic program development.
• Experience managing and leveraging emergency communication systems.
• Experience in grant writing, managing and executing state and federal funds.
• Familiarity with healthcare coalition building and regional emergency preparedness efforts.
• Proficient in the use of emergency management technologies and systems such as common operating pictures (COP).

Why Join BJC HealthCare: As a member of the BJC HealthCare team, you'll be part of a leading healthcare organization dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and advancing medical research and education. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

BJC HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all employees.

Benefits and Legal Statement

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At BJC we're committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer

BJC HealthCare Job ID #81084. Posted job title: Director Of Emergency Management And Emergency Medical Services

About BJC HealthCare

BJC HealthCare is one of the largest nonprofit health care organizations in the United States, delivering services to residents primarily in the greater St. Louis, southern Illinois and southeast Missouri regions. With net revenues of $6.3 billion and more than 30,000 employees, BJC serves patients and their families in urban, suburban and rural communities through its 14 hospitals and multiple community health locations. Services include inpatient and outpatient care, primary care, community health and wellness, workplace health, home health, community mental health, rehabilitation, long-term care and hospice.

BJC is the largest provider of charity care, unreimbursed care and community benefits in the state of Missouri. BJC and its hospitals and health service organizations provide $785.9 million annually in community benefit. That includes $410.6 million in charity care and other financial assistance to patients to ensure medical care regardless of their ability to pay. In addition, BJC provides additional community benefits through commitments to research, emergency preparedness, regional health care safety net services, health literacy, community outreach and community health programs and regional economic development.