Lead Life-Saving Training Programs. Drive Clinical Excellence. Make a System-Wide Impact.
Are you a passionate nurse leader with expertise in emergency response education and program management? Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center is seeking a
Program Director, Emergency Response & Life Support Education to oversee our American Heart Association (AHA) training programs and lead initiatives that strengthen clinical emergency preparedness across the organization.
In this highly visible leadership role, you will direct BIDMC's centralized and decentralized
ACLS, BLS, and Heartsaver programs, serve as the
AHA Training Site Coordinator, and guide projects that improve emergency clinical response and patient outcomes.
What You'll Do• Lead and oversee all AHA training programs, ensuring compliance with AHA standards and requirements
• Develop class schedules, staffing models, recruitment plans, and resource allocation strategies
• Hire, coach, evaluate, and support program staff while promoting operational efficiency and excellence
• Manage annual program budgets, course revenue, and purchasing of supplies and equipment
• Continuously evaluate and improve program effectiveness to meet the needs of both internal and external customers
• Champion innovation and lead change initiatives that enhance emergency response education and performance
• Direct daily operations and supervise a team of educators and support staff
• Lead projects focused on improving clinical emergency preparedness and response across the medical center
Leadership Responsibilities- Direct supervision of more than 7 employees
- Oversight of 1-5 indirect reports
- Responsibility for hiring, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and terminations
- Budget planning and financial oversight for the program
Required QualificationsEducationLicensure & Certifications- Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required
Experience- 5-8 years of related work experience required
- 0-1 years of supervisory or management experience required
What Will Help You Succeed• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to balance priorities and operational needs
• Expertise in solving complex problems and implementing innovative solutions
• Ability to work independently while providing leadership and strategic direction
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong knowledge of healthcare operations, education programs, and organizational policies
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and large-scale initiatives
• Commitment to outstanding customer service and professionalism, even in high-stress situations
Pay Range: $150,000.00 USD - $220,000.00 USD
The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
