Director of Nursing - Perioperative Services / Operating Room (OR)

Director of Nursing – Perioperative Services / Operating Room (OR) Nassau University Medical Center - East Meadow, NY Full-Time We Are NuHealth! NuHealth is committed to delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive, and accessible healthcare to the diverse communities of Long Island. Located in East Meadow, Nassau University Medical Center is a 530-bed, Level I Trauma Center and the only public safety-net hospital in Nassau County. As a teaching hospital, we are dedicated to clinical excellence, innovation, and education. We are seeking an experienced Director of Nursing – Perioperative Services / Operating Room (OR) to lead perioperative nursing operations and support safe, efficient surgical care. In this role, you will oversee nursing personnel, staffing, and resources while collaborating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and hospital leadership to improve patient outcomes and surgical services. In addition, you will: Provide leadership and oversight of the Operating Room and related surgical services Supervise, train, evaluate, and support nursing personnel Manage staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure safe and efficient patient care Develop and implement nursing policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives Ensure compliance with hospital policies, patient safety standards, and applicable regulatory requirements Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve surgical services and patient outcomes Participate in budgeting, recruitment, staff development, and performance management Qualifications: Master’s degree in Nursing or another health-related field from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university Five years of professional nursing experience in perioperative services, including three years in a responsible supervisory or administrative capacity Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York State Strong clinical, administrative, and supervisory skills in operating room and perioperative services We offer exceptional benefits, including medical, dental, and pension, plus much more! #J-18808-Ljbffr Nassau University Medical Center