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Surgical Services Nursing Director

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Salary Range: $118,000 to $155,000
Compensation: Paid Relocation + Performance Bonus

Position Summary:
The Surgical Services Nursing Director provides strategic direction and operational leadership for all nursing and patient care functions within the Surgical Services department(s) at [Hospital Name/Organization]. Reporting to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), this essential role is responsible for ensuring the consistent delivery of safe, high-quality, and efficient patient care.

Leading a dedicated team of nursing professionals and support staff, the Director will cultivate a culture of clinical excellence, professional growth, and teamwork. With 24/7 accountability for the department, the Director oversees resource management, staff development, regulatory compliance, and continuous quality improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver visionary leadership to the Surgical Services nursing team, aligning departmental priorities with the hospital’s mission and strategic goals.

• Manage the day-to-day operations of all surgical areas, ensuring smooth patient flow, effective resource utilization, and compliance with organizational policies.

• Develop, implement, and regularly evaluate nursing practice standards, policies, and procedures that meet evidence-based guidelines and regulatory requirements.

• Mentor and develop nurse managers, charge nurses, and clinical staff, fostering a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous professional development.

• Ensure clinical staff competency through effective onboarding, training, performance evaluations, and ongoing education.

• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and elevate the patient experience.

• Lead quality improvement initiatives by analyzing performance data and implementing targeted action plans to enhance patient safety and care effectiveness.

• Oversee departmental budgeting, ensuring prudent financial management and efficient allocation of resources.

• Maintain a visible leadership presence within surgical services, serving as a role model, mentor, and advocate for nursing excellence.

• Ensure full compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and safety standards.

• Act as a key liaison between the Surgical Services department and other hospital departments, promoting collaboration and clear communication.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of new surgical programs and services to meet evolving patient and community needs.

• Demonstrate exemplary communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills as a professional role model.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Arizona.

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.

• Minimum of two (2) years of progressive leadership experience within a hospital surgical services environment (e.g., Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager, or Charge Nurse with significant leadership duties).

• Proven leadership abilities with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated expertise in budget management and resource allocation.

• In-depth knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements for surgical services.

Preferred:

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or a master’s degree in a healthcare-related field.

• Certification in a relevant nursing specialty (e.g., CNOR).

• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean or Six Sigma.