Director-Clinical Operations, Emergency Department Service Line

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our leadership team in the role of Director-Clinical Operations, ED Service Line.

The Director of Clinical Operations, Emergency Department Service Line, provides strategic and operational leadership for the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered emergency care. This role leads a multidisciplinary team and is accountable for aligning Emergency Department operations with the organization’s mission, values, and goals for people, service, financial performance, and clinical excellence. The Director drives initiatives that strengthen patient experience, quality and safety outcomes, access, throughput, workforce engagement, and efficient use of resources.

In partnership with physicians, nursing leaders, ancillary departments, and operational stakeholders, the Director develops and executes business and unit plans that support sustainable performance improvement. This leader uses operational and clinical data to set priorities, monitor results, remove barriers, and advance evidence-based practices. The Director fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and exceptional service while ensuring compliance with organizational standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable best practices.

The role may include 24-hour accountability for Emergency Department operations, staff performance, and overall service-line results. Key Relationships Reports to : Vice President – Chief Nursing Officer

Candidate Qualifications

Candidates for the position will be evaluated according to the following criteria and competencies. Masters of Nursing or related field is required or actively enrolled. Requires an active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) RN license.

Requires that the RN has graduated from a nationally accredited nursing program. Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.

Requires completion Clinical Specialty Professional Certification within 1 year upon meeting eligibility requirements. Requires 7-10 years of relevant experience. Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us.

IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana’s largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states. IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue.

The system’s programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care. IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.