Job Description
Job DescriptionRN Director of Surgical Services
Location: Bartlett, Tennessee, United States
Employment Type: Full-Time | Days
Leadership Level: Director
Relocation Assistance: Possible for ideal candidate
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
Interview Travel: Reimbursed
Position Overview
The RN Director of Surgical Services provides strategic and operational leadership for hospital-based Surgical Services, with direct oversight of the Operating Room (OR) and Cardiovascular Services. This role partners closely with senior nursing leadership (CNO or Administrative Director) to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care across assigned service lines.
The Director holds 24/7 accountability for clinical operations, staffing, quality outcomes, and regulatory compliance within a multi-unit environment. This position plays a critical role in advancing nursing practice, staff development, and operational excellence in an acute care hospital setting.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide executive-level leadership for Surgical Services, including OR and Cardiovascular departments
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Support senior nursing leadership in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing practice across multiple units
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Ensure high-quality, safe, and compliant patient care aligned with regulatory and accreditation standards
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Maintain 24/7 accountability for assigned departments, including operational readiness and clinical escalation
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Lead staffing, scheduling, and resource management to support efficient patient care delivery
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Oversee clinical competency, performance management, and professional development of nursing staff
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Serve as a role model and advocate for professional nursing practice
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Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, PACU, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
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Drive process improvement, operational efficiency, and change initiatives within Surgical Services
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Perform additional leadership and administrative duties as required
Compensation $ 130,000-$160,000Required Qualifications
Experience
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Registered Nurse with progressive clinical experience
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Minimum 2 years of hospital-based nursing leadership experience at the manager or director level
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Demonstrated experience within OR and/or Surgical Services environments
Education
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Associate Degree in Nursing with a Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field, or
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Licensure & Certifications
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Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice
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BLS certification (required upon hire)
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Ability to obtain required certifications within specified timeframes, including ACLS, CPI, PALS, and NRP, as applicable to departmental oversight
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Nursing
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Experience overseeing both Operating Room and Cardiovascular Services
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Strong background in hospital operations, quality initiatives, and staff development
Key Skills & Competencies
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Surgical Services and hospital operations leadership
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OR and Cardiovascular Services oversight
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Multi-unit nursing management with 24/7 accountability
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Clinical quality, patient safety, and regulatory compliance
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Workforce planning, staffing optimization, and resource management
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Interdisciplinary collaboration and executive communication
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Staff coaching, performance management, and succession planning
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Process improvement and change management in acute care settings
Work Schedule
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Day shift, full-time
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Leadership role with on-call and after-hours availability as required