Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director

Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director Overview

• The Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director oversees clinical operations and strategic initiatives across two ambulatory surgery centers.
• Lead efforts in accreditation compliance, quality assurance, and operational excellence to ensure high standards of patient care.
• Collaborate with executive leadership, physicians, and administrative teams to align clinical goals with organizational priorities.
• Develop and implement clinical education programs to elevate staff competencies and professional growth.
• Monitor staffing models and manage recruitment, onboarding, and retention strategies for surgical nursing teams.
• Serve as the primary liaison for physician partners, addressing clinical concerns and fostering collaborative relationships.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives to optimize patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with QUAD A accreditation standards and regulatory requirements through rigorous documentation and audits.
• Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and innovation within the clinical team.

Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead strategic planning and decision-making for clinical operations in collaboration with executive leadership.
• Oversee QUAD A accreditation compliance, including preparation for surveys and corrective action plans.
• Design and manage quality assurance projects and performance improvement initiatives.
• Monitor day-to-day clinical operations to ensure efficient and safe patient care delivery.
• Facilitate communication and resolution between physicians and clinical staff regarding care delivery standards.
• Develop staffing models and manage recruitment, hiring, and performance evaluations for surgical teams.
• Implement clinical education programs to maintain staff certifications and elevate competencies.
• Ensure compliance with documentation standards and oversee policy development cycles.
• Analyze clinical data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is mandatory; MSN or related graduate degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience, preferably in ambulatory surgery settings.
• Experience with QUAD A accreditation processes or similar regulatory standards is strongly preferred.
• Proven expertise in clinical quality assurance, performance improvement, and operational leadership.
• CNOR or CASC certification is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to lead and collaborate effectively.
• Ability to manage multi-site clinical operations and develop targeted staff education programs.
• Familiarity with physician practice environments and combined practice-surgery center models is advantageous.