Director

Endeavor Health
Evanston, IL

Hourly Pay Range:

$61.80 - $95.79 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

  • Position: Director Nursing - Emergency Services

  • Location: Evanston, IL

  • Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 24-hour accountability - 8:00a - 4:30p

  • Required Travel: Requires travel between Endeavor Health entities


What you will do:

  • Provide visionary leadership and oversight of the Emergency Departments, EMS, Trauma and SANE programs at Evanston, Glenbrook, Skokie and Highland Park hospitals, setting strategic goals and objectives aligned with Endeavor Health's mission and vision.

  • Collaborate with hospital leadership to drive patient care initiatives and quality improvement programs.

  • Oversee the daily operations of the Emergency Department service line and quality initiatives.

  • Monitor and evaluate patient care programs to ensure the highest standards of care and patient safety.

  • Ensure the Emergency Departments remain in compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as accreditation requirements (e.g., Joint Commission).

  • Conduct regular audits and reviews to identify and address compliance issues.

  • Implement and maintain robust quality assurance programs, promoting a culture of continuous improvement in patient care.

  • Analyze patient care data and outcomes to identify areas for improvement and implement evidence-based practices.

  • Recruit, mentor, and lead a team of dedicated healthcare professionals, including nurse leadership, registered nurses and support staff.

  • Foster professional growth, education, and certification among staff members.

  • Collaborate with patient experience teams to enhance patient satisfaction, communication, and engagement.

  • Address patient concerns and feedback promptly and effectively

  • Efficiently manage the allocation of resources, including budget, staffing, and equipment, to ensure optimal patient care services.

  • Implement cost-effective strategies without compromising quality.

  • Utilize data analytics to assess performance metrics, track key performance indicators, and make data-driven decisions.

What you will need:

  • Bachelors Degree Nursing Required

  • Masters in Nursing or other field preferred

  • BLS, ACLS, PALS from the American Heart Association required

  • Extensive healthcare leadership experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a relevant senior management role within a hospital setting.

  • Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Current Illinois licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Required

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

  • Annual Incentive Plan (AIP) bonus eligible based on goals

  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Free Parking

  • Wellness Program Savings Plan

  • Health Savings Account Options

  • Retirement Options with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals ? Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) ? all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit .

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website () to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to ?help everyone in our communities be their best?.

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.

Posted 2026-03-12

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