Director of Surgical Services, RN

150+ bed hospital in beautiful, sunny Northwestern AZ has an opening for a Director of Surgical Services, RN to join their team.

Offering a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus. $5,000 in relo assistance

This high-performing surgical team prioritizes patient safety through mutual trust and a deeply rooted culture of psychological safety. As Director, you will lead a collaborative, supportive clinical team in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Scope & Volume

• Leadership Scope: 114 FTEs
• Surgical Volume: 9,000 annual surgical cases | 2,000 annual endoscopic procedures
• Capacity: 10 active Operating Rooms

Areas of Responsibility

• Units: Main OR, Havasu Ambulatory Surgery Center, PreOp, PACU, Preadmission Testing, Anesthesia Services, and CSPD.
• Specialties: Orthopedics, urology, OB/GYN, general surgery, plastics, ENT, neurosurgery, and podiatry.
• Multidisciplinary Staff: Surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and sterile processing technicians.

How you’ll contribute 

A Surgical Services Director who excels in this role:

• Manages staff relations including performance management, staff satisfaction, and conflict management. Performs and oversees scheduling, staff development, recruitment, payroll, and student engagements.
• Monitors departmental budgets, regulatory compliance, departmental contracts, and vendor relations. Determines and justifies needs for systems/equipment/supplies purchases, monitors usage, and oversees proper working order and/or stock supplies.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); Master’s preferred
• Arizona RN License
• 5+ years of Surgical Nursing Experience
• 1+ years Leadership Experience in Surgical Setting