Director (RN) - Surgical Services

UVA Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 111,000 - 223,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and disability

Retirement savings and health plans

Certification and education support

Generous paid time off

Job summary

UVA Health seeks experienced nursing leaders to provide comprehensive inpatient care in a hospital setting, overseeing patient services and collaborating with the healthcare team.

Requirements include a BSN, a Master’s degree within 4 years, and 5+ years of leadership experience with Virginia RN licensure. The role emphasizes management responsibilities for a department or division and program oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program.
• Master's degree in related field within 4 years of hire.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience required.
• Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to hospitalized patients.
• Monitor patient conditions, administer medications, assist in treatments.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care.
• Lead and manage department or division, guiding staff and programs.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Clinical leadership

Patient care coordination

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Master's degree in related field

Job description

These roles involve patient care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up. May work across various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, clinics, long-term care facilities, and community health organizations. Responsibilities include the delivery of medical care, supporting patients and their families, and ensuring the effective functioning of healthcare teams. Requires Registered Nurse certification.

These roles are responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients admitted to the hospital. Inpatient RNs monitor patient conditions, administer medications, assist in treatments, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality care in various hospital units.

Represents people leaders (hire/fire authority) with majority of time spent overseeing their area of responsibility. Achieve goals through direct and/or indirect reports.

Manages a Department, Division or multiple Job Areas. Accountable for the performance and direction-setting of Department, Division or Job Areas. Develops solutions to complex, cross-functional problems that require the application of extensive experience-based subject matter knowledge. Requires the ability to influence others to accept practices and approaches.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing from accredited nursing program, Master's degree in related field within 4 years of hire.

Experience: 5 or more years of progressive leadership experience, required.

Licensure: Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.

The pay range for this role is $111,330.00 - $222,659.00 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.