Director, Surgical Services, Registered Nurse (RN)

Memorial Physician Practices; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement package with company match

Paid time off and family leave

Mental health services and wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is looking for a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join the Surgery unit at Jackson Purchase. This full-time position involves developing departmental goals and managing operations to ensure quality patient care and adherence to healthcare standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, relevant experience, and must obtain necessary certifications like BLS, ACLS, and PALS within the stipulated timeframes. A comprehensive benefits package supports your professional growth.

Qualifications

• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• Registered Nurse licensed in Kentucky.
• Relevant work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs and evaluates departmental operations.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities.
• Manages departmental budgets and audits.
• Implements goals and standards based on organizational objectives.

Skills

Patient care delivery

Budget management

Staff management

Complaint management

Evidence-based practice integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Overview

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) – Surgery unit (5-bed). Location: Jackson Purchase. Schedule: Fulltime.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.
• Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
• Manages 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in 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 & 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 and 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.

Contact: [e-mail]

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."