Administrative Nurse Director Surgical Services

Overview

• Lead surgical services operations at a healthcare organization, ensuring clinical excellence and operational efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with organizational goals for perioperative services.
• Oversee staffing, quality assurance, safety protocols, and compliance with clinical standards.
• Support nursing professional practices and promote evidence-based leadership initiatives.
• Address patient and physician concerns, fostering a collaborative and responsive environment.
• Mentor and coach team members, driving resource management and organizational changes.
• Facilitate staff educational development and professional growth opportunities.
• Encourage research and evidence-based practices within the surgical services department.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide leadership to managers and professional staff within surgical services.
• Develop and execute long-term strategies for clinical areas under supervision.
• Monitor progress and provide guidance to achieve departmental objectives.
• Analyze operational trends and implement changes to optimize outcomes.
• Establish budgets and ensure adherence to financial performance goals.
• Facilitate meetings and initiatives to enhance unit and organizational collaboration.
• Resolve physician and staff issues, fostering positive relationships and teamwork.
• Oversee performance improvement efforts and regulatory readiness activities.
• Mentor team members in personnel management and professional development.

Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse licensure in the State of Texas.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing management experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in surgical nursing.
• Proficiency in effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Basic computer knowledge and proficiency in relevant software.
• Ability to mentor and coach team members effectively.
• Commitment to evidence-based practices and shared governance principles.
• Willingness to work on-site and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.