Director, Surgical Nursing Services

Hendrick Health; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX seeks a Nurse Executive Advanced to oversee Surgical Nursing Services, ensuring continuous operation and ongoing improvements. The role requires integration with hospital functions to meet strategic goals and deliver high-quality patient care.

The director must hold a Master’s Degree in Nursing (or waiver), RN licensure, and obtain Certification as Nurse Executive Advanced within 2 years of hire; expected to drive patient outcomes and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Nursing required unless waived by VP of Nursing.
• Five years of work experience in nursing leadership or equivalent.
• RN license and Nurse Executive Advanced certification planned within 2 years of hire as director.

Responsibilities

• Oversee continuous operation and improvement of Surgical Nursing Services.
• Ensure integration with the hospital's overall functioning to meet organizational goals.
• Lead clinical quality initiatives and cost-effective care strategies.

Skills

Community engagement

Quality advocate

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Professional appearance

Confidential information handling

Education

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Hendrick Health in Abilene, TX seeks a Nurse Executive Advanced to oversee Surgical Nursing Services, ensuring continuous operation and ongoing improvements. The role requires integration with hospital functions to meet strategic goals and deliver high-quality patient care.

The director must hold a Master’s Degree in Nursing (or waiver), RN licensure, and obtain Certification as Nurse Executive Advanced within 2 years of hire; expected to drive patient outcomes and operational efficiency.