Director of Nursing Surgery Center Overview • The Director of Nursing Surgery Center oversees daily operations of the ambulatory surgical center, ensuring efficient and safe patient care. • Manage scheduling, inventory control, and quality assurance processes to maintain operational excellence. • Ensure compliance with safety protocols, risk management, and staff credentialing requirements. • Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and satisfaction. • Develop and implement policies and procedures to align with regulatory standards. • Provide leadership and mentorship to nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development. • Monitor and report on performance metrics to drive continuous improvement initiatives. • Support the strategic goals of the organization through effective resource management and planning. Director of Nursing Surgery Center Key Responsibilities & Duties • Oversee scheduling of surgical procedures to ensure optimal resource utilization. • Maintain inventory control and ensure availability of necessary supplies and equipment. • Implement quality assurance and improvement initiatives to enhance patient care standards. • Ensure staff credentialing and compliance with professional certifications and training requirements. • Conduct preventative maintenance and enforce safety protocols within the surgery center. • Manage risk assessment and mitigation strategies to uphold patient and staff safety. • Collaborate with administrative and clinical teams to achieve organizational objectives. • Lead and support nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care. Director of Nursing Surgery Center Job Requirements • Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree from an accredited nursing school required. • Current state Registered Nurse license mandatory. • American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications required. • Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience; 3 years preferred. • Strong leadership skills and experience in a director-level role within healthcare. • Knowledge of ambulatory surgical center operations and regulatory compliance. • Proficiency in quality assurance, risk management, and staff credentialing processes. • Ability to manage inventory control and preventative maintenance effectively.