Director (RN) – Surgical Services

Taphealthcare; Missoula (MT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Tap Healthcare Solutions in Missoula, Montana seeks an experienced Director (RN) to lead perioperative operations, focusing on clinical quality, staff development, and physician collaboration.

The role oversees surgical services, drives efficiency, and improves patient outcomes, with annual compensation up to $165,000 based on experience. Hands-on leadership will shape a high-performing surgical team.

Qualifications

• Active Montana RN license or eligible.
• Five years of Surgical Services nursing experience.
• BSN required.
• Strong perioperative clinical/operational knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead perioperative operations and oversee surgical services.
• Drive clinical quality, operational efficiency and patient safety.
• Develop staff and collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams.
• Improve patient outcomes and drive performance metrics across perioperative services.
• Lead teams and manage surgical services operations to deliver high-quality care.
• Identify and implement process improvements within a surgical setting.

Skills

RN licensure Montana

Leadership experience

Perioperative knowledge

Collaboration skills

Education

BSN

Job description

About the job Director (RN) – Surgical Services

Position Overview

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking an experienced and results-driven Director (RN) – Surgical Services to lead perioperative operations in Missoula, Montana. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of surgical services, including clinical quality, operational efficiency, staff development, and physician collaboration.

The Director will work closely with executive leadership, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical workflows, improve patient outcomes, and drive performance across key operational metrics. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $120,000 to $165,000 annually based on experience and the opportunity to lead a critical service line within a growing healthcare organization.

Required Qualifications

• Active Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Surgical Services nursing, including leadership experience at the Manager or Director level.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Strong clinical and operational knowledge of perioperative services.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree (MSN, Healthcare Administration, or MBA) strongly preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications within six (6) months of hire.

We are seeking a hands-on, strategic leader who can effectively manage surgical services while fostering a high-performing and collaborative team environment.

• Proven ability to lead perioperative teams and manage surgical services operations.
• Strong focus on operational efficiency, patient safety, and clinical quality.
• Ability to build strong physician and staff relationships.
• Experience driving process improvement and performance initiatives within a surgical setting.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

Tap Healthcare Solutions partners with healthcare organizations to connect experienced nursing leaders with opportunities that support both professional growth and exceptional patient care.

This role provides the opportunity to lead a key surgical services department, influence operational success, and make a meaningful impact on patient outcomes.