Executive Nurse Leader - Surgery & Rehabilitation

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; San Juan (PR); Remote; USD 120,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Senior Leadership Chief Nurse for Surgery and Rehabilitation to guide nursing programs across Surgical and Rehabilitation units. This role ensures executive leadership, strategic planning, and cross-service coordination in line with the medical center’s mission.

The incumbent will supervise Nurse Managers, drive operational excellence, and collaborate with clinical leaders to deliver high-quality patient care in a complex healthcare system.

Responsibilities

• Provides executive leadership and direct supervision to the Nurse Managers for the Surgical Unit and Rehabilitation programs.
• Plans, assesses, and evaluates the processes and daily operations of the Surgery and Rehabilitation units.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with all levels of medical center personnel, customers, families, and community.

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Senior Leadership Chief Nurse for Surgery and Rehabilitation to guide nursing programs across Surgical and Rehabilitation units. This role ensures executive leadership, strategic planning, and cross-service coordination in line with the medical center’s mission.

The incumbent will supervise Nurse Managers, drive operational excellence, and collaborate with clinical leaders to deliver high-quality patient care in a complex healthcare system.