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Mid-Level

Director Emergency & Critical Care - Registered Nurse RN

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Trinity Health

Trinity Health

Saint Joseph Mercy Health System Hospital Campus - Livonia, Mi
On-site
Posted April 1, 2026

Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

  • The Director of Emergency & Critical Care Services at Trinity Health Livonia oversees the planning, organization, direction, and evaluation of the Emergency Department (a 53‑bed Level II Trauma Center), the ICU (16 MICU/SICU beds with a 9‑bed step‑down unit), the Inpatient Behavioral Health unit (32 voluntary and involuntary beds), and the Respiratory Therapy department. This includes coordinating all service areas through strong clinical management and leadership skills.
     

  • The Director is responsible for the quality of patient care across all assigned departments and ensures adequate, properly trained staff deliver care that meets established standards. They monitor compliance with clinical practice expectations, lead program development with existing staff, plan and oversee new program initiatives, and work in partnership with the Medical Director to achieve departmental goals and address customer service issues.

MINIUMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing. Bachelors of Nursing (BSN).  MSN or related master’s degree preferred.

  • Licensure: Must possess a current State of Michigan license to practice as a Registered Nurse. Current BLS certification required

  • Training and Experience: Five or more years of management experience.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

  • Department Leadership: Manages the department and its services, directly and through supervisors, in line with all hospital and regulatory standards.

  • Policy & Procedure Oversight: Oversees creation and upkeep of department policies, technical procedures, quality control programs, and operational records.

  • Staffing & Resources: Ensures resources needed for patient care are available by performing or delegating hiring, evaluations, and compliance with Trinity Health Livonia policies.

  • Corrective Action: Takes corrective action when needed, following Trinity Health Livonia policies and procedures.

  • Goal Setting & Planning: Develops, recommends, and implements short‑ and long‑term departmental goals, and works with staff to create plans to meet those goals.

  • Performance Improvement: Monitors departmental performance and makes changes to support ongoing improvement.

  • Senior Leadership Reporting: Provides senior leadership with regular updates on progress toward goals and objectives.

  • Collaboration & Resource Utilization: Works collaboratively with Trinity Health Livonia peers and Medical Directors to ensure effective use of staff, capital, and space, and to support high‑quality, cost‑effective patient and support services.

  • Budget Oversight: Prepares, secures approval for, and manages departmental budgets; reviews and approves equipment and supply purchases; monitors budget performance, identifies variances, and recommends adjustments as needed.

  • Organizational Participation: Participates in and represents Trinity Health Livonia in Trinity Health networking, roundtables, and similar initiatives.

  • Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Maintains a working knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, compliance programs, the Code of Ethics, and internal policies to ensure ethical and compliant operations.

POSITION BENEFITS AND HIGHLIGHTS

  • Competitive compensation with participation in the Management Incentive Program

  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability.

  • Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

  • Retirement savings plan with employer match.

  • Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

  • Tuition Reimbursement

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.