Director of Surgical Services (RN) | Perioperative Leadership | Lake Havasu City, AZ

Director of Surgical Services (RN)

📍 Lake Havasu City, Arizona (Onsite)
💼 Full-Time | Days | Leadership Opportunity
💰 $146,900 – $198,000 Base Salary
💵 $10,000 Sign-On Bonus
📦 $5,000 Relocation Assistance Available
❌ No Visa Sponsorship Available

Lead a High-Performing Surgical Services Division

An exceptional opportunity is available for an experienced nursing leader to take the helm of a large and dynamic Surgical Services Department within a respected acute care healthcare organization.

This role offers the chance to lead a highly skilled perioperative team responsible for thousands of surgical procedures annually while driving operational excellence, clinical quality, staff engagement, and patient safety.

Reporting directly to executive leadership, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of surgical services, influencing strategic initiatives, and building a culture where clinical excellence and professional growth thrive.

For ambitious surgical leaders looking to make a significant impact while advancing their careers, this is a standout opportunity.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

✅ Executive-facing leadership role reporting directly to the COO

✅ Lead a large, multi-disciplinary surgical services operation

✅ Oversight of 114 FTEs

✅ Manage approximately 9,000 surgical procedures annually

✅ Oversee 2,000 annual endoscopic procedures

✅ Leadership responsibility across 10 active operating rooms

✅ $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

✅ Relocation assistance available

✅ Strong organizational investment in leadership development

✅ Excellent long-term growth and advancement opportunities

Surgical Services Scope

Leadership Responsibility

👥 114 FTEs

Annual Volumes

🔹 9,000 Surgical Cases

🔹 2,000 Endoscopic Procedures

Capacity

🏥 10 Active Operating Rooms

Areas of Oversight

You will provide leadership and operational direction across:

• Main Operating Room

• Ambulatory Surgery Center

• Pre-Operative Services

• Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

• Preadmission Testing

• Anesthesia Services

• Central Sterile Processing Department (CSPD)

Clinical Service Lines

The department supports a broad range of specialties including:

• Orthopedics

• Urology

• OB/GYN

• General Surgery

• Plastic Surgery

• ENT

• Neurosurgery

• Podiatry

What You'll Be Doing

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead and mentor a large multidisciplinary surgical team.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and psychological safety.

• Drive employee engagement, retention, and staff satisfaction.

• Manage recruitment, onboarding, staff development, and succession planning.

• Oversee scheduling, performance management, coaching, and conflict resolution.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure efficient and effective perioperative operations.

• Optimize patient flow and department performance.

• Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and patient outcomes.

• Partner with physicians, anesthesia providers, and clinical leaders to improve service delivery.

Financial & Resource Management

• Develop and manage departmental budgets.

• Monitor productivity, operational costs, and resource utilization.

• Evaluate equipment, technology, and supply needs.

• Oversee vendor relationships and service contracts.

• Ensure appropriate inventory management and equipment readiness.

Clinical Quality & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.

• Support evidence-based clinical practice initiatives.

• Implement quality improvement programs and operational enhancements.

• Monitor key performance indicators and patient safety metrics.

Required Qualifications

✔ Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

✔ Current Arizona Registered Nurse License

✔ Minimum 5 years of Surgical Nursing experience

✔ Minimum 1 year of leadership experience within a surgical or perioperative environment

✔ Strong understanding of:

• Perioperative operations

• Surgical services leadership

• Budget management

• Regulatory compliance

• Staff development

• Patient safety initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

⭐ Master's Degree in Nursing or related field

⭐ Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

⭐ Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

⭐ Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

⭐ Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR)

⭐ Experience leading large surgical departments with multiple service lines

The Ideal Candidate

The successful candidate is a collaborative surgical leader who excels at balancing operational excellence with people leadership.

You have a proven track record of leading perioperative teams, developing staff, improving operational performance, and fostering a culture where patient safety and clinical excellence remain at the center of everything you do.

You enjoy working across multidisciplinary teams and are comfortable leading a complex department with significant procedural volume and organizational visibility.

Benefits & Perks

🏥 Comprehensive Medical Insurance Options

🦷 Dental Insurance

👓 Vision Insurance

❤️ Life Insurance

💰 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match

🎓 Tuition Assistance & Certification Support

💸 Loan Assistance Programs

🏖 Generous Paid Time Off

👨‍👩‍👧 Paid Family Leave

🩺 Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage

🏋️ Wellness Programs & Fitness Benefits

💻 Virtual Healthcare Services

📈 Leadership Development & Career Advancement Opportunities

💵 $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

📦 Relocation Assistance Available

Culture & Leadership Environment

This organization has built a reputation for creating a supportive, collaborative clinical culture where patient safety, teamwork, and professional development are prioritized.

The surgical team operates with a strong foundation of mutual trust, respect, and psychological safety, creating an environment where leaders are empowered to innovate, support their teams, and drive meaningful improvements across the department.

Interview Process

Step 1

Recruiter Screening

Step 2

Hiring Manager Interview

Step 3

Surgical Leadership Team Interview

Screening Questions

1.

What has gone particularly well in one of your previous leadership roles?

2.

What has been your greatest leadership challenge, and how did you address it?

3.

How have your previous experiences prepared you to lead a complex surgical services division with responsibility for multiple departments, teams, and specialties?

Ready to Lead at the Next Level?

If you're a surgical nursing leader looking for an opportunity to oversee a large-scale perioperative operation, influence strategic decisions, develop high-performing teams, and make a lasting impact on patient care, this is the kind of career opportunity that doesn't come along often.

RN Clinical Manager – Operating Room (Days) – Cypress, TX

RN Clinical Manager – Operating Room (Days)

📍 Location: Cypress, Texas
🏥 Acute Care Hospital | Magnet-Recognized Facility
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🕒 Shift: Days (Hours Vary)
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Partial
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

An award-winning acute care hospital in the Cypress/Houston area is seeking an experienced RN Clinical Manager to lead its Operating Room team. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing daily OR operations, staffing, quality outcomes, and team development while partnering with physicians and interdisciplinary leaders to ensure exceptional patient care.

The department features 8 Operating Rooms with a diverse surgical case mix, including a strong emphasis on Robotics and a growing Neurosurgery Program.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Manage daily operations of the Operating Room department.

• Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.

• Oversee staffing, scheduling, productivity, and resource utilization.

• Serve as a clinical resource and provide direct patient care when needed.

• Monitor departmental performance and implement quality improvement initiatives.

Team Management

• Recruit, retain, mentor, and develop nursing staff.

• Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and feedback.

• Foster employee engagement and professional development.

• Support ongoing education, competency validation, and succession planning.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and Texas Board of Nursing standards.

• Lead patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership on strategic goals and operational improvements.

• Promote exceptional patient experience and service excellence.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Licensure & Certifications

• Active Texas RN License or Compact RN License in good standing.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital.

• Minimum 3 years of current OR leadership experience in one of the following:

• Supervisor

• Assistant Clinical Manager

• Clinical Manager

• Director

Preferred Qualifications

• Robotics surgery experience.

• Neuro/Neurosurgery Operating Room experience.

• Professional nursing or leadership certification.

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Must-Have Requirements

✔ Active Texas RN License (or Compact License) with no restrictions
✔ BSN Degree
✔ BLS Certification
✔ Minimum 2 years acute care OR experience
✔ Minimum 3 years current OR management experience
✔ Accurate and up-to-date resume with detailed employment history

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a proven Operating Room leader with experience managing teams in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Strong OR clinical expertise.

• Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience.

• Experience managing surgical services operations.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Ability to drive patient outcomes, quality initiatives, and operational excellence.

• Robotics and/or Neuro OR experience preferred.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Education

BSN Required

License

Active Texas RN or Compact RN

OR Experience

2+ Years Acute Care

Leadership Experience

3+ Years OR Management

Setting

Acute Care Hospital

Seniority

Mid-Level Leadership

Relocation

Partial Assistance Available

Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

1. Do you use any tobacco or nicotine products?

2. Are you willing to comply with COVID-19 and Flu vaccination requirements (unless exempt)?

3. Please provide a brief overview of your OR experience, including Robotics and Neuro experience if applicable.

4. Do you meet all required qualifications for this position?

5. Please describe your OR leadership experience (Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Clinical Manager, Director, etc.).

Interview Process

1. Recruiter Phone Screening

2. Virtual or In-Person Interviews with Leadership Team

3. Operating Room Job Shadow

Target Candidate Sources

• Level I & Level II Trauma Centers

• Large Acute Care Health Systems

• Surgical Services Leaders from:

• Houston-area hospitals

• Dallas/Fort Worth health systems

• San Antonio health systems

Candidates to Avoid

• Skilled nursing or long-term care backgrounds without acute care OR experience.

• New graduates or Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs) without OR leadership.

• Candidates currently pursuing NP, PA, or MSN programs where tenure may be a concern.

• Recent travel nurses (post-2021 travel assignments may raise retention concerns).

• Candidates seeking compensation above the posted range.

Why Join?

• Leadership opportunity within a Magnet-recognized hospital.

• Advanced surgical environment with Robotics and Neurosurgery programs.

• Strong organizational reputation and employee engagement.

• Opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing perioperative teams.

• Competitive compensation and relocation assistance available.

Nursing Director – Surgical Services | Beckley, WV | RN | $120k–$145k

Nursing Director (RN) – Surgical Services
Beckley, WV
$120,000 - $145,000

Overview
We seek an experienced Nursing Director of Surgical Services to provide strategic and operational leadership across the full perioperative continuum for a 300-bed acute care hospital in West Virginia . This position oversees the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Outpatient Surgery, Endoscopy, and Pre/Post-Operative Services, supporting a broad range of surgical specialties.

This is a newly created leadership role reporting directly to the CNO, with responsibility for clinical excellence, operational performance, staff development, budget management, and regulatory compliance.

About the Surgical Services Division
The Surgical Services team operates eight main OR suites and five outpatient surgical rooms , supporting both inpatient and outpatient procedures. Approximately 90 FTEs deliver coordinated, patient-centered, multidisciplinary perioperative care. Service lines include Orthopedics, Vascular, General Surgery, and additional specialty procedures.

How You’ll Contribute

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for Main OR, PACU, Outpatient Surgery, Pre/Post, and Endoscopy.

• Monitor and improve performance metrics including case volume, turnover time, block utilization, and on-time starts.

• Drive OR efficiency initiatives to enhance throughput and reduce avoidable delays.

• Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, state regulations, and perioperative standards (AORN, ASPAN).

• Oversee staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, and workforce planning to support safe, high-quality care.

• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets with a focus on cost-effective resource utilization.

• Partner with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical teams to improve communication and operational performance.

• Lead quality-improvement initiatives and champion evidence-based perioperative practice.

• Recruit, mentor, and develop perioperative nursing staff while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.

• Ensure ongoing staff education, competency validation, and adherence to patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

• Active West Virginia RN license OR compact RN license (West Virginia participates in the NLC).

• 5–7 years of perioperative nursing experience , including OR leadership or management roles.

• Strong understanding of perioperative standards (AORN, ASPAN).

• Strong knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, and surgical regulatory requirements.

• BLS and ACLS required (or obtained within organizational timeframe).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary range, DOE.

• Negotiable sign-on bonus.

• Full relocation assistance available.

• Comprehensive benefits including multiple health plan options, PTO, retirement matching, and tuition support.

• Access to employee well-being programs, free fitness resources, and mental health services.

• Strong commitment to clinical development, continuing education, and leadership advancement.

Ideal Candidate
We seek a collaborative and operationally driven perioperative leader with strong communication skills, the ability to build trust with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and a proven record of elevating OR performance and patient safety.

Why Southern West Virginia Is a Great Place to Live and Work
This region offers scenic Appalachian landscapes, four-season recreation, and a strong sense of community. With access to the New River Gorge National Park, outdoor activities such as hiking, kayaking, rafting, climbing, and biking are part of everyday life. It’s an ideal setting for professionals seeking both career advancement and a balanced, nature-rich lifestyle.

Director of Surgical Services - Gallatin, TN - $120,000 - $160,000

Director of Surgical Services

Gallatin, TN

$120,000 - $160,000

Job Description

You will experience an excellent care model, working with our dedicated providers and support staff. Here We Make a Difference Together, while Doing the Right Thing in order to Champion Patient Care.  We Act with Kindness and Embrace the Individuality that each team member brings to the organization. 

Located just 25 miles north of Nashville, Tennessee, Gallatin is thriving with unique shopping boutiques, delicious dining options, family-friendly festivals, and a memorable historic downtown square. We are a destination for those seeking outdoor adventure, fun and excitement or just a peaceful outing in nature.

We operates as a 167-bed healthcare facility and provides quality care in numerous areas, including cancer treatment, cardiac care, same-day surgery, orthopedics, diagnostics, women's health and rehabilitation services.

Why Choose Us:

·     Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

·     Competitive Personal Time Off program for leaders

·     Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

·     Professional development and Advanced Degree support

·     And much more…

This is a Great Place to Work!

Directs Surgical Services departments' activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.

Minimum Education

·        Bachelor’s degree in Nursing – Required

Minimum Education

·        Master's degree in Nursing, Business or Healthcare Administration - Preferred

Required Skills

·        Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Required Skills

·        Basic Life Support (BLS) American Heart Association must be obtained within 90 days of employment, if not current upon hire

Required Skills

·        Licenses: State of Tennessee or Multi-State Registered Nurse licensure - Required

Minimum Work Experience

·        Minimum 7 years Clinical Nursing (3 years in Surgical Services) experience with at least 5 years Management/Leadership experience - Required

·        Experience with Cardiac Surgery Service Lines - Preferred

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Nurse Manager - Surgical Services - Walla Walla, Washington, United States - $106,808 to $175,302

Nurse Manager - Surgical Services

Location: Walla Walla, Washington, United States

Base Salary - USD $106,808 to $175,302

JOB DESCRIPTION

Today, our hospital is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In eastern Washington, the hospital provides care throughout Spokane, Stevens and Walla Walla counties.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

We are committed to cultural diversity and equal employment for all individuals. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, compensate, transfer, train, retain, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including certain language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, and military and veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. We will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified caregiver or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business.

We are a community where all people, regardless of differences, are welcome, secure, and valued. We value respect, appreciation, collaboration, diversity, and a shared commitment to serving our communities. We expect that all workforce members in our community will act in ways which reflect a commitment to and accountability for, racial and social justice and equality in the workplace. As such, we will maintain a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on any applicable legally protected status. We also expect that all workforce members will maintain a positive workplace free from any unacceptable conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.

Employer Description:

At our hospital, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits, and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.

Job Description

Manager Surgical Services - our Medical Center, Walla Walla, WA

This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the operating rooms and cardiac surgical unit. Ensures quality patient care by establishing and maintaining clinical standards of practice and care while meeting staffing requirements. Participates in planning the annual budget preparation, including operational and capital items. Assures that hospital policies and procedures are updated and participates and coordinates unit and organizational quality improvement activities. Keeps current in Clinical issues and trends. Appropriately intervenes in patient, family, and physician issues in a timely manner. Assesses plan and evaluates the orientation and education requirements and assures that they are met.

Our hospital's caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at our Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Shift Details:

• Full time, 40 hours per week, 8-hour Day Shift

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.

• Upon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License.

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.

• 3 years' Experience in surgical services as a clinical caregiver.

• 2 years' Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse capacity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Nursing.

• Upon hire: ACLS and PALS.

• Upon hire: AORN certification.

Why Join our hospital?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security. We take care of you so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS [note: bold skills and certification are required]

• Two years’ experience in Periop

• Preferred Leadership experience (Charge, Unit Coordinator, Supervisor, or Manager)

• Preferred BSN, Not required.

• Security Clearance Required: No

• Visa Candidate Considered: No

COMPENSATION

Base Salary - USD $106,808 to $175,302

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below

Director, Surgical Services - Phoenix, Arizona, United States - $137,000 to $155,000

Director, Surgical Services

Location: Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Base Salary - USD $137,000 to $155,000

JOB DESCRIPTION

When you join our Community Built On Care, you will find a diverse team of dedicated nurses who work together with one goal: to provide quality, compassionate care in the communities we serve. You will have the opportunity to create meaningful connections and work alongside team members who are passionate about improving our patients’ lives. Here, we value employees’ growth and work hard in cultivating a nurturing work environment where you can develop your skills as a nursing professional. Join us in our mission to provide compassionate, quality care.

Director Surgical Services Position Summary

Department administrator. Establishes and enforces policies, procedures, standards, and objectives. Directs and supervises staff as well as workflow. Position has budgetary or fiscal accountability. Responsible 24 hours a day for the ongoing effective operation of the assigned Nursing department by exerting a leadership role that supports the hospital’s mission, vision, goals, and objectives, while focusing on the patients, physicians, employees, volunteers, and the community as customers. Ongoing accountability for the continuous assessment, improvement, coordination, and integration of the department services and standards of care into the hospital’s primary function. The position is responsible for approving timekeeping, employee evaluation, meeting applicable regulatory standards, approving supply orders, and department strategic planning.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Must be able to utilize independent decision-making skills in a wide variety of situations. Requires a high degree of accuracy in the performance of varied responsibilities. Personal computer skills required. Frequent contact with employees, physicians, customers, community individuals, and volunteers. Must be self-motivated to complete work in a timely manner to meet deadlines. Computer skills required.

SUPERVISES:

Nursing staff.

Qualifications - External

THE DIRECTOR SURGICAL SERVICES FT DAYS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Management, or related field, or equivalent minimum experience requirements.

• PREFERRED EDUCATION: MSN.

• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Five years experience in nursing management in a hospital setting with three years supervisory experience required.

• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Current Arizona Registered Nurse License.

• REQUIRED COURSE(S) TRAINING: For Wound Care: Training in wound care and hyperbaric therapy from a nationally recognized provider.

• PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/REGISTRATION: For Wound Care - WOCN

COMPENSATION

Base Salary - USD $137,000 to $155,000

To Apply Please Complete the Form Below