Director, Surgical Services, Registered Nurse (RN)

Jackson Purchase Medical Center; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement package

Mental health services

Job summary

Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, Kentucky, is seeking a Fulltime Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Surgery unit. This role includes responsibilities like managing departmental operations and ensuring optimal patient care delivery.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in a related field and be registered to work in Kentucky. Benefits include health insurance, financial growth programs, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental goals and standards.
• Direct and evaluate departmental operations.
• Plan and monitor staffing activities.
• Prepare and evaluate departmental budgets.
• Create a professional growth environment.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical standards

Budget management

Staff management

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Position

Registered Nurse (RN)

Location and Schedule

Jackson Purchase – Fulltime

About the Unit

The Surgery unit at Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 5‑bed unit that ensures patients receive optimal medical attention and support.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Direct and evaluate departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plan and monitor staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepare, monitor, and evaluate departmental budgets, and ensure that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.
• Coordinate and direct internal/external audits.
• Create and foster an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Serve both internal co‑workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
• Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling, and reviewing work, ensuring quality standards.
• Responsible for hiring, terminating, training, developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred. Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire

Licenses

• Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection and PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.