Director of Medical/Surgical Services

Making an Impact - Our Commitment, Your Opportunity! At Perham Health, our success is rooted in the strength of our team. We've cultivated a collaborative workplace centered on excellence, compassion, integrity, and respect. Here, you'll discover avenues for personal and professional growth, surrounded by a dedicated and supportive team committed to making a meaningful impact. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and benefits package designed to enhance your overall well-being. Director of Medical/Surgical Services (Med/Surg) Position Details The Director of Med/Surg is a Registered Nurse (RN) leader responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and performance of the Medical/Surgical department. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality, patient and family-centered care through effective leadership, collaboration, and operational oversight. Working in close partnership with the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), the Director fosters a strong interdisciplinary team environment where nursing plays a central role in patient outcomes. This position provides direct supervision of department staff and serves as both a clinical and operational leader within the organization. In the future, this position will also include oversight and management of the Cardiac Rehab department.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and support nursing staff through recruitment, hiring, orientation, ongoing education, and performance management Develop, monitor, and evaluate staff competencies and performance in accordance with organizational policies and standards Oversee daily operations of the Med/Surg department, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care Collaborate with providers, interdisciplinary teams, and support services to coordinate care and maintain a patient- and family-centered approach Organize workflows and resources to optimize department efficiency, including staffing, budget management, and equipment utilization Participate in quality improvement initiatives, data collection, and analysis to enhance patient outcomes and operational performance Maintain clinical competency and provide direct patient care as needed, serving as a resource and role model for staff Develop and implement departmental policies, procedures, and best practices aligned with regulatory and accreditation standards Foster effective communication, teamwork, and a positive workplace culture, including conducting regular staff meetings and addressing performance concerns Represent the department in organizational committees, community outreach, strategic planning, and other initiatives as assigned What You Offer Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master's in Nursing preferred. Minimum of 5 years of Medical/Surgical nursing experience. Minimum of 3 years of nursing leadership experience. Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Minnesota. Work Schedule Full-time (1.0 FTE), exempt Typical schedule: Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm Occasionally includes evening and/or night hours for educational activities and staff rounding Participates in the Resource Nurse rotation for after-hours staffing and clinical support (4-week rotation) What We Offer People join Perham Health for the opportunities and stay because of the culture. Perham Health offers a healthy work environment that promotes quality in ourselves and those we provide care to. We offer health, dental, and vision insurances, paid time off, retirement plan options, life insurance, long-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), scholarship opportunities, funeral/jury duty/military leave, and more. Fuel Your Future at Perham Health - Apply Now! Perham Health is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available. If you are needing assistance applying, please call 218-347-1311. Perham Health has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.