Title : Director of Nursing (RN) - Surgical Services
Location: Wilson, North Carolina
Relocation: Relocation assistance not provided
Salary: Salary to be discussed by Bryant Staffing Solutions Recruiter
Bonus: $15,000 Commitment Bonus
Visa Support: No Visa Sponsorship Available
Schedule: Day Shift | On-Site
Reports To: Chief Operating Officer
Travel: Not Required
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Director of Nursing Surgical Services to lead perioperative operations at an established acute care hospital in Wilson, North Carolina.
This senior leadership position oversees the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Same Day Surgery (SDS), with responsibility for clinical quality, operational efficiency, financial performance, and staff development.
The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with extensive operating room experience, proven leadership abilities, and a passion for improving surgical outcomes while building high-performing clinical teams.
Key Responsibilities- Direct daily clinical and administrative operations across the OR, PACU, and Same Day Surgery departments.
- Establish departmental objectives that support patient safety, operational performance, and organizational priorities.
- Manage operating budgets, productivity targets, staffing resources, and departmental expenditures.
- Lead recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, mentoring, and professional development initiatives.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing leadership, and executive management to optimize surgical services.
- Develop and implement performance improvement strategies that strengthen patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
- Oversee workforce planning, staff scheduling, and resource allocation to maintain effective patient care coverage.
- Ensure departmental practices meet applicable accreditation requirements and state and federal regulations.
- Monitor clinical quality indicators, patient satisfaction, and operational performance metrics.
- Foster a supportive, accountable, and collaborative environment focused on clinical excellence and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications- Education: Bachelor's degree required.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of Operating Room experience.
- Leadership: Minimum 3 years of nursing management or leadership experience.
- Licensure: Active North Carolina Registered Nurse (RN) license or valid Compact RN license.
- BLS: Current Basic Life Support certification.
- ACLS: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification required within 90 days of hire.
- PALS: Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Ability to work on-site in Wilson, North Carolina.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience managing perioperative department budgets and productivity.
- Demonstrated success in nursing staff recruitment, retention, and professional development.
- Experience leading clinical quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
- Strong understanding of healthcare accreditation, regulatory compliance, and clinical standards.
- Proven ability to collaborate with physicians and executive leadership.
- Experience overseeing multiple surgical services departments.
Key Skills Required- Perioperative and Surgical Services Leadership
- Operating Room Operations Management
- Clinical Quality Improvement and Patient Safety
- Budgeting and Financial Oversight
- Staff Development and Performance Management
- Regulatory Compliance and Accreditation Readiness
- Strategic Planning and Resource Optimization
- Physician Relations and Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Why This Opportunity?
This leadership role offers the opportunity to influence surgical care delivery while working closely with executive leadership and a multidisciplinary clinical team.
The selected candidate will have the opportunity to strengthen operational processes, improve patient care outcomes, develop nursing talent, and contribute to long-term service line performance.
Benefits & Professional Growth
Eligible employees may have access to:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- Paid time off and paid family leave.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Tuition assistance and reimbursement programs.
- Student loan assistance and certification support.
- Continuing education and leadership development opportunities.
- Employee assistance and wellness programs.
- Employee discount programs.
Why Wilson, North Carolina?
Wilson offers a welcoming community, affordable living, and convenient access to major destinations throughout eastern North Carolina.
- Affordable Lifestyle: Enjoy relatively affordable housing and everyday living expenses compared with larger metropolitan areas.
- Outdoor Recreation: Explore local parks, walking trails, golf courses, and nearby natural attractions.
- Dining & Entertainment: Client local restaurants, breweries, community events, and entertainment venues.
- Arts & Culture: Experience the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park, local museums, and the city's growing arts community.
- Convenient Location: Approximately one hour from Raleigh, providing access to additional shopping, entertainment, cultural attractions, and an international airport.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a smaller-city environment with access to the amenities of a major metropolitan region.