Director, Surgical Services

Overview Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery unit (5-bed). Location: Jackson Purchase. Schedule: Fulltime. Responsibilities Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization. Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives. Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives. Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits. Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth. Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols. Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Performs other duties as assigned. Serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors. Manages the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards. Responsible for hiring, terminating, training, developing, reviewing performance, and administering corrective action for staff. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in related field preferred. Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education. Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire. Licenses Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky. Benefits Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full–time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io EEOC Statement "Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment." #J-18808-Ljbffr