Director of Nursing (RN) – Orthopedic Surgery Center

Elios Healthcare; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Elios Healthcare in Charlotte, NC is looking for a Director of Nursing (RN) to manage the clinical and perioperative operations in our Orthopedic Surgery Center. The ideal candidate will provide leadership for nursing staff, ensuring compliance with safety standards and promoting a culture of team development.

This role requires strong surgical services experience, particularly in orthopedic surgery. You’ll mentor staff and collaborate with physicians to optimize patient outcomes and operational performance.

Qualifications

• Experience overseeing clinical and perioperative operations.
• Ability to meet BLS and ACLS certification requirements.
• Leadership experience within surgical services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all nursing and clinical operations.
• Ensure compliance with patient safety standards.
• Partner with physicians to promote optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Surgical services leadership experience

Strong orthopedic surgery background

Experience within perioperative services

BLS and ACLS certification

Job description

Director of Nursing (RN) – Orthopedic Surgery Center

A growing Orthopedic Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking an experienced RN Director of Nursing to lead clinical and perioperative operations. This role oversees the Operating Room, Pre-Op, and PACU while driving quality, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for all nursing and clinical operations
• Oversee daily OR, Pre-Op, and PACU workflow
• Ensure compliance with accreditation, regulatory, and patient safety standards
• Lead quality improvement, infection prevention, and staff development initiatives
• Partner with physicians and administration to optimize patient outcomes and operational performance
• Mentor and develop nursing staff while fostering a positive team culture

Qualifications

• Surgical services leadership experience
• Strong orthopedic surgery background
• Experience within perioperative services (OR, Pre-Op, and/or PACU)
• BLS and ACLS (or ability to obtain)

Preferred

• Previous Director, Manager, or Nursing Leadership experience