What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Surgical Services position at Retail Options?
Memphis, Tennessee
$130,000 to $160,000 Full Benefits Paid Relocation Available SIGNING BONUS
The RN Director of Surgical Services will be a key clinical leader, responsible for the operational and strategic oversight of all nursing and designated patient care functions within Surgical Services and Cardiovascular Services across the hospital. Reporting to a senior executive (CNO or Administrative Director), this role carries 24/7 accountability for the assigned areas.
The Director is instrumental in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and appropriate nursing care, maintaining staff competency, and managing resources effectively across multiple surgical units.
Key Responsibilities
Required
$130,000 to $160,000 Full Benefits Paid Relocation Available SIGNING BONUS
The RN Director of Surgical Services will be a key clinical leader, responsible for the operational and strategic oversight of all nursing and designated patient care functions within Surgical Services and Cardiovascular Services across the hospital. Reporting to a senior executive (CNO or Administrative Director), this role carries 24/7 accountability for the assigned areas.
The Director is instrumental in ensuring the delivery of high-quality, safe, and appropriate nursing care, maintaining staff competency, and managing resources effectively across multiple surgical units.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Operating Room (OR) and Cardiovascular Services.
- Assume 24/7 accountability for all clinical and administrative functions within the service lines.
- Lead efforts in the assessment, planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of nursing practice, promoting evidence-based care.
- Efficiently manage human resources (staffing, scheduling, performance), fiscal resources (budgeting), and material resources.
- Serve as a strong role model and advocate for the professional discipline of nursing.
- Maintain effective interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with physicians, staff, and executive leadership.
- Perform all related duties to support the hospital's operational and quality goals.
Required
- Experience: Current nursing experience combined with a minimum of 2 years of progressive management experience in a hospital setting at a manager or director-level position.
- Experience note: Candidates should possess at least 3 years of hospital OR/Surgical Services experience.
- Education: Associate degree from an accredited nursing school combined with a bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field, OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Certifications/Licensure:
- Active and current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice (Tennessee/Compact State).
- BLS Certification required upon hire.
- ACLS required within 3 months of hire (relevant to OR, PACU, Cath Lab, Same Day Surgery).
- Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing (BSN/MSN).
- Skills: Demonstrated success in hospital operational management and team leadership.