Nursing Director (RN) - Surgical Services

Nursing Director (RN) - Surgical Services

Overview
We seek an experienced Nursing Director of Surgical Services to provide strategic and operational leadership across the full perioperative continuum for a 300-bed acute care hospital in West Virginia . This position oversees the Operating Room (OR), Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Outpatient Surgery, Endoscopy, and Pre/Post-Operative Services, supporting a broad range of surgical specialties.

This is a newly created leadership role reporting directly to the CNO, with responsibility for clinical excellence, operational performance, staff development, budget management, and regulatory compliance.

About the Surgical Services Division
The Surgical Services team operates eight main OR suites and five outpatient surgical rooms , supporting both inpatient and outpatient procedures. Approximately 90 FTEs deliver coordinated, patient-centered, multidisciplinary perioperative care. Service lines include Orthopedics, Vascular, General Surgery, and additional specialty procedures.

How You'll Contribute

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for Main OR, PACU, Outpatient Surgery, Pre/Post, and Endoscopy.
• Monitor and improve performance metrics including case volume, turnover time, block utilization, and on-time starts.
• Drive OR efficiency initiatives to enhance throughput and reduce avoidable delays.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, state regulations, and perioperative standards (AORN, ASPAN).
• Oversee staffing, scheduling, resource allocation, and workforce planning to support safe, high-quality care.
• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets with a focus on cost-effective resource utilization.
• Partner with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and clinical teams to improve communication and operational performance.
• Lead quality-improvement initiatives and champion evidence-based perioperative practice.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop perioperative nursing staff while fostering a culture of teamwork and accountability.
• Ensure ongoing staff education, competency validation, and adherence to patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Active West Virginia RN license OR compact RN license (West Virginia participates in the NLC).
• 5-7 years of perioperative nursing experience , including OR leadership or management roles.
• Strong understanding of perioperative standards (AORN, ASPAN).
• Strong knowledge of CMS, Joint Commission, and surgical regulatory requirements.
• BLS and ACLS required (or obtained within organizational timeframe).

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary range,DOE.
• Negotiable sign-on bonus.
• Full relocation assistance available.
• Comprehensive benefits including multiple health plan options, PTO, retirement matching, and tuition support.
• Access to employee well-being programs, free fitness resources, and mental health services.
• Strong commitment to clinical development, continuing education, and leadership advancement.

Ideal Candidate
We seek a collaborative and operationally driven perioperative leader with strong communication skills, the ability to build trust with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and a proven record of elevating OR performance and patient safety.

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