Director of Nursing

United Surgical Partners International (USPI); Clearwater (AR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International (USPI) is seeking a Director of Nursing for our Tampa Bay Joint & Spine Surgery Center in Clearwater. The role oversees Pre-Op, PACU and GI nursing care with focus on safe, efficient patient experiences, staff development, and clinical standard adherence.

You will report to administration, build strong team relationships, and drive patient outcomes through effective leadership and partnership with physicians and support staff.

Qualifications

• Must have RN license and current licensure in Florida.
• 3+ years in surgical settings preferred.
• Strong leadership and team-building abilities.
• Excellent communication with staff, physicians, patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all surgical care areas (Pre-Op, PACU, GI).
• Maintain effective relationship with Administrator and leadership team.
• Ensure operations align with clinical standards and policies.
• Staffing management and scheduling communications.
• Monitor nursing care quality and outcomes.
• Ensure materials and equipment are ready for each case.
• Lead smooth transitions between procedures and teams.
• Coach, delegate, and resolve conflicts within staff.

Skills

RN license

Leadership

Staff supervision

Communication

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Director of Nursing

Tampa Bay Joint & Spine is now hiring a Director of Nursing

Tampa Bay Joint and Spine Surgery Center was formed by a group of local surgeons to offer easily accessible outpatient care to Clearwater and the surrounding communities.

The goal of any outpatient surgical visit is to provide the patient with a comfortable environment that focuses on their safety, supports the surgeon with the newest equipment, experienced staff, and results in a successful surgical outcome. Patients appreciate being able to recover in the comfort of their own home surrounded by family and friends.

The Director of Nursing in our ambulatory surgery center who provides clinical management and expertise over Pre-Op, PACU GI nurses, surgical technicians and central sterile processing staff to ensure patients receive high quality, efficient care. As an Clinical Nurse Manager, you will have the opportunity for future growth and upward mobility within the organization.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Graduate of accredited school or professional nursing.
• Bachelor's degree REQUIRED, along with work-related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in surgery.
• Current FL RN License.
• BLS, ACLS and PALS required.
• CNOR strongly preferred.
• Independent decision making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, physicians, patients, families and vendors.
• Knowledgeable of hospital policies and procedures specific to the operating room.
• Clinically proficient in OR nursing skills, demonstrating knowledge of the developmental needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

What you'll do:

• You will manage and supervise all surgical areas of care for Pre-Op, PACU & GI.
• Establish and maintain an effective and supportive working relationship with your Administrator
• You will ensure that the day-to-day operations are conducted in accordance with clinical practice standards and policies of the center
• Ensure sufficient staffing daily by notifying your team of scheduling changes in a timely manner
• You will participate in the monitoring and evaluation of nursing care provided
• Accessible to your staff by providing breaks, ensuring coverage for meal breaks, late cases and staffing shortages
• Monitor your clinical area to ensure materials are provided for each case in advance
• You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures
• You will delegate, coach, mentor and handle conflict resolution with your team
• Ability to build trust and gain the respect of your team through effective leadership and participation skills.

What We Offer

As an organization, one way we care for our communities and each other is by providing a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.