Nursing Director, Surgical Services- Milton Hospital

  • $155,002–$210,995 Per Year

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The Director of Surgical Services provides 24/7 leadership and operational oversight for all surgical service areas, including the Operating Room, PACU, Endoscopy, Pre‑Admission Testing, Central Sterile Processing, scheduling, and inventory management. The Director collaborates with senior leadership, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams to drive strategic planning, optimize block scheduling and billing practices, and achieve organizational goals related to quality, performance, productivity, and workforce engagement.

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LocationMilton, MA
Salary$155,002–$210,995 Per Year

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Milton, MA • Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital Milton • Full-time • Day

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When you join the growing BILH team, you''re not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives.

The Director of Surgical Services provides 24/7 leadership and operational oversight for all surgical service areas, including the Operating Room, PACU, Endoscopy, Pre‑Admission Testing, Central Sterile Processing, scheduling, and inventory management. The position reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer.

This role ensures safe, efficient, and compliant patient care aligned with AORN, AAMI, TJC, and CMS standards. The Director collaborates with senior leadership, surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing teams to drive strategic planning, optimize block scheduling and billing practices, and achieve organizational goals related to quality, performance, productivity, and workforce engagement.

Job Description:

Lead Surgical Excellence at a Growing Community Hospital

At Milton Hospital, we combine the personal touch of a community hospital with the strength and resources of Beth Israel Lahey Health. As we continue to expand services and invest in surgical growth, we are seeking an experienced Director of Surgical Services to lead our talented perioperative team and help shape the future of surgical care.

This highly visible leadership role provides 24/7 operational and clinical oversight for:

Operating Room (OR)

PACU

Endoscopy

Pre-Admission Testing

Central Sterile Processing (CSP)

Surgical Scheduling

Inventory & Resource Management

Reporting directly to the Chief Nursing Officer, the Director partners closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing leaders, and executive leadership to drive quality, growth, efficiency, and exceptional patient outcomes.

What You''ll Do

Lead & Inspire Teams

  • Provide leadership for Nurse Managers (OR, PACU, Endoscopy)
  • Direct the Surgical Services Educator
  • Oversee Central Sterile Processing leadership
  • Lead centralized surgical schedulers
  • Supervise inventory and clinical resource management

Drive Operational Excellence

  • Manage productivity, budgeting, contracts, and equipment acquisition
  • Oversee inventory control and position management
  • Lead process improvement and strategic planning initiatives
  • Utilize data analytics and reporting to optimize performance

Optimize Surgical Operations

  • Partner with surgeons and schedulers to maximize block utilization
  • Oversee OR and Endoscopy scheduling practices
  • Ensure efficient patient throughput and volume growth
  • Present scheduling updates through Surgical Services governance committees

Ensure Regulatory & Clinical Excellence

  • Maintain compliance with:

  • AORN

  • ASPAN

  • SGNA

  • AAMI

  • The Joint Commission (TJC)

  • CMS requirements

  • Promote safe, evidence-based perioperative and endoscopy practice

Manage Business & Financial Performance

  • Lead budgeting and fiscal planning
  • Review purchasing contracts and value analysis opportunities
  • Collaborate with surgeons on product evaluations through Lumere
  • Monitor billing processes and conduct audits to ensure accuracy

Support Workforce Engagement

  • Mentor and develop eight direct reports
  • Foster a culture of professionalism, accountability, and excellence
  • Support ongoing education and staff development

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelor''s Degree in Nursing required

Master''s Degree in Nursing or related field required

Experience

Minimum 5 years of experience as a Nurse Manager in Surgical Services

Minimum 3 years of clinical nursing experience within Surgical Services

Operating Room nursing experience preferred

Licensure

Current Massachusetts RN License

Knowledge & Skills

Strong knowledge of federal and Massachusetts healthcare regulations

Expertise in perioperative services operations and care delivery

Strong leadership, analytical, communication, and financial management skills

Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage complex operations

Flexible scheduling to support a 24/7 surgical environment

Why Milton Hospital?

At Milton Hospital, you''ll find the best of both worlds: the close-knit culture of a respected community hospital and the resources of one of New England''s premier health systems. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact, build high-performing teams, and help drive the next chapter of growth and innovation in Surgical Services.

Join us and lead the future of surgical care in our community.

Pay Range:

$155,002.00 USD - $210,995.00 USD

The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients'' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Job details

  • Employment: Full-time
  • Hours/Week: 40
  • Shift: Day
  • Category: Nurse Management
  • Pay Range: $155,002.00 USD - $210,995.00 USD
  • FLSA: Exempt
  • Req ID: JR105450

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