Director Of Nursing

Director Of Nursing Overview

• Lead clinical operations at a newly established ambulatory surgery center, focusing on patient care excellence and operational efficiency.
• Oversee a dedicated team of clinical staff, fostering collaboration and professional growth in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives, infection prevention strategies, and risk management protocols to ensure superior patient outcomes.
• Shape the development of a growing facility, contributing to its operational ramp-up and long-term success.
• Support surgical workflows and emergency response procedures, ensuring alignment with physician directives and regulatory standards.
• Implement staff education programs to enhance competency and promote a culture of continuous learning.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize clinical and administrative operations.
• Take advantage of the opportunity to join a facility at its early stages, influencing its growth and development.

Director Of Nursing Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide leadership and oversight for clinical operations in a two-operating-room ambulatory surgery center.
• Manage nursing care delivery, ensuring adherence to facility policies and physician directives.
• Develop and implement quality improvement, infection control, and risk management programs.
• Lead staff education initiatives to enhance team performance and patient care standards.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and maintain high operational efficiency.
• Support surgical workflows and effectively respond to emergency situations.
• Promote clear communication and collaboration across clinical and administrative departments.
• Foster a team-oriented culture that prioritizes patient care and staff collaboration.

Director Of Nursing Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution is required.
• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of New York.
• Minimum three years of experience in an outpatient surgical setting, preferably in an ASC.
• Prior experience as an OR Manager or Supervisor is mandatory.
• Strong background in Pre-Op, PACU, and Circulating roles within surgical care.
• Experience in orthopedic and pain management procedures is highly preferred.
• Advanced OR certification or technical training is advantageous.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.