A Medical Surgery Registered Nurse cares for adult patients in a clinical setting within a surgery. Works on the surgical floor of a hospital, with supervision from a Surgeon as part of a surgery nursing team. Coordinates care for patients with a range of different medical issues.
$180k•220k Join a growing, patient-focused ambulatory surgery center as Director of Nursing, where you'll bring strategic vision and hands-on leadership to a fast-paced surgical environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinical leader who wants real ownership over quality, compliance, and team culture•while helping shape an outstanding experience for patients and staff alike. What You'll Do Provide strategic and day-to-day operational leadership across multiple clinical departments Coach, develop, and evaluate supervisors and clinical teammates, offering ongoing feedback and growth opportunities Oversee OR scheduling, case booking, pre-authorization processes, and room utilization to maximize provider efficiency Manage staff scheduling, attendance, overtime, and time-off requests Lead infection control and sterilization compliance, including autoclave and high-level disinfection oversight Drive the clinical quality improvement program, including Environment of Care, Life Safety Code, and regulated medical waste compliance Champion survey readiness for both announced and unannounced regulatory reviews Oversee the medical equipment maintenance program to ensure proper calibration and manufacturer compliance Ensure accurate, HIPAA-compliant patient documentation in line with federal, state, and payer requirements Guide the full patient journey from admission through discharge, ensuring a seamless, service-focused experience Serve as a calm, professional point of contact for patient and family questions or concerns Identify and implement workflow and efficiency improvements across the center Lead regular staff meetings and training sessions to strengthen communication and team performance Manage clinical budget responsibly and in partnership with senior leadership Monitor and nurture a positive, healthy workplace culture Support technician testing and coding compliance processes Take on additional leadership responsibilities as needed What We're Looking For Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required Active, unrestricted New York State RN license 5+ years of medical office or healthcare management experience Prior Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) leadership experience strongly preferred Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving abilities with sharp attention to detail Calm, professional presence in fast-paced, high-pressure environments Why You'll Love Working Here True leadership ownership over clinical quality, compliance, and team development Fast-paced, dynamic surgical environment with variety day to day Opportunity to directly shape culture and patient experience Growth-oriented organization investing in strong clinical leadership
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IndeedHC Pay:
$180,000.00•$220,000.00 per year Application Question(s): What is the best phone number and email address to reach you?
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Healthcare Leadership/Management:
5 years (Preferred) Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC): 5 years (Preferred)
