Director of Nursing (RN) -Surgical Services

Rare Bird Recruiting; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 104,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus of $15,000

401(k) with company match

Comprehensive health, dental, vision

PTO and family leave

Tuition assistance and student loan支持

Wellness programs

Job summary

Rare Bird Recruiting, LLC is seeking an experienced Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our Surgical Services team. The role provides strategic oversight and manages the OR, PACU and SDS departments to ensure safe, high-quality care and a collaborative work culture.

You will direct budgets, staffing, and performance metrics while partnering with physicians and leadership to advance surgical services and patient outcomes. A strong focus on quality improvement and regulatory compliance is essential.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or Compact RN License.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field.
• Minimum of five years of OR experience.
• At least three years of management or leadership experience.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS and PALS certifications within 90 days of hire.
• Budgeting, staff development, quality improvement and regulatory compliance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for OR, PACU, and SDS departments.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and deliver safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
• Develop and monitor departmental goals, budgets and performance metrics.
• Lead recruitment, retention and development of perioperative staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership to enhance surgical services.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and optimize workflow processes.
• Oversee staffing plans, schedules and resource allocation.
• Promote accountability, collaboration and professional growth.
• Serve as a clinical and operational resource across surgical services.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting & management

Regulatory compliance

Quality improvement

Staff development

Perioperative nursing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Active NC RN license or Compact license

Job description

Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing (RN) to lead our Surgical Services team. This pivotal role entails strategic oversight and operational management of the Operating Room (OR), Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), and Same Day Surgery (SDS) departments. Your leadership will be crucial in ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality surgical care, while fostering a collaborative and professional environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic direction and operational leadership for OR, PACU, and SDS departments.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and deliver exceptional patient outcomes.
• Develop and monitor departmental goals, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Lead recruitment, retention, and development of perioperative staff.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership to enhance surgical services.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and optimize workflow processes.
• Oversee staffing plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Serve as a clinical and operational resource across surgical services.

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in North Carolina or Compact RN License.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Minimum of five years of experience in an Operating Room setting.
• At least three years of management or leadership experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Proficiency in budgeting, staff development, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $104,000 to $140,000, along with a signing bonus of $15,000.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off and family leave.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition assistance and student loan support.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness resources.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Culture and Environment:

We offer a collaborative and supportive leadership environment where directors can influence strategy, elevate clinical performance, and build cohesive teams. Our community provides an exceptional quality of life, with affordable living and proximity to the amenities of Raleigh.