Regional Senior Nurse Director Perioperative Services

Overview

• Lead strategic and operational management of perioperative services across multiple campuses and facilities.
• Ensure high-quality, patient-centered care within surgical services, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to advance surgical services and meet community healthcare needs.
• Develop and implement strategic goals aligned with organizational mission and values.
• Oversee compliance with regulatory standards and maintain licensure and accreditation requirements.
• Promote professional development and succession planning within the surgical services team.
• Drive process improvement initiatives and integrate evidence-based practices and technology.
• Serve as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and employees to ensure effective communication.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide leadership for surgical departments, including operating rooms, pre- and post-anesthesia care units, and sterile processing.
• Collaborate with anesthesia and surgical leaders to ensure efficient governance of surgical services.
• Monitor and improve surgical performance metrics, including patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Manage departmental budgets, capital planning, and resource allocation effectively.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and maintain compliance with accreditation requirements.
• Recruit and retain qualified surgical staff, fostering professional growth and engagement.
• Implement electronic health records and clinical informatics tools to enhance care delivery.
• Respond to emergent issues with decisiveness and accountability to ensure operational continuity.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field required.
• Registered Nurse credential with 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in perioperative services.
• Preferred certifications: Certified Perioperative Nurse, Certified Nurse Manager and Leader, Certified Executive Nursing Practice.
• Experience in Magnet-designated health systems is highly desirable.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory standards, surgical performance metrics, and clinical informatics tools.
• Proven ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills to foster collaboration and engagement.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in surgical services.