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Director of Nursing – Surgical Services

Veracity Software Inc
Benton, AR Full Time
POSTED ON 10/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026
Director of Nursing - Surgical Services

Location: Benton, AR (Onsite)

Job Type: Full-Time | Day Shift

Schedule: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PM

The Director of Nursing - Surgical Services is responsible for the strategic leadership and operational oversight of all surgical service lines, including Main OR, Outpatient Surgery, PACU, Pre-Op, Post-Op, and Endoscopy. This role ensures high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and optimal operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage Surgical Services operations across multiple departments
  • Oversee performance metrics such as:
    • Case volume
    • Turnover time
    • Block utilization
    • On-time starts
  • Develop and implement departmental goals aligned with organizational strategy
  • Ensure compliance with clinical, regulatory, and quality standards (e.g., HIPAA)
  • Manage staffing lifecycle: hiring, training, evaluations, and performance management
  • Oversee departmental budgeting and financial performance
  • Drive process improvement and integrate evidence-based practices
  • Lead internal and external audits
  • Foster a culture of professional development and patient-centered care
Must-Have Qualifications

  • Current RN License (Required)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN required)
  • Minimum 3 years in a Director-level leadership role
  • Strong experience in Surgical Services (OR, PACU, Pre/Post-Op, Endoscopy)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree (MSN, MBA, or Healthcare Administration)
  • Experience managing 60 FTEs
  • 5 years of Surgical Services leadership experience
  • Certifications:
    • BLS (Required)
    • ACLS & PALS (Preferred)

Core Competencies

  • Surgical Operations Leadership
  • Staff Management & Workforce Planning
  • Budgeting & Financial Oversight
  • Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
  • Performance Improvement & Metrics Analysis
  • Patient Safety & Clinical Excellence

Recruiter Submission Template

Full Name:

Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Nursing. Advanced degree (MSN, Healthcare Administration, and MBA) strongly preferred.

RN License (State & Status):

Years in Surgical Services Leadership:

At least three years experience in a Director role.

Number of FTEs Managed:

Experience working in PACU, Pre-Op, Post-Op, Gastro, and Surgery?

Departments Managed (OR, PACU, Endoscopy, etc.):

Experience with Surgical Metrics (Case Volume, Turnover Time, etc.):

Budget Management Experience:

Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local to Benton, AR (Onsite)

Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:

Contact Number:

Email ID:

LinkedIn Profile URL:

Full Address (Street, City, State, Postal Code):

Notice Period (in weeks):

Current Work Authorization Status:

Expected Salary:

Are you ready to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite in Benton, AR (Onsite)?

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