Nursing Director Surgical Services

Socket.dev; Indio (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Job summary

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital in Indio, CA is seeking a Department Director to lead nursing operations and oversee human resource functions for staff recruitment, retention, performance evaluations, and competency development.

The role ensures alignment with hospital philosophy, regulatory compliance, and patient safety while driving service improvements and managing budgetary goals.

Qualifications

• RN license is required in California.
• Leadership & management experience in healthcare settings is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Strong nursing skills and knowledge for Patient Care Coordinator role are required.
• Basic computer skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee staff recruitment and retention.
• Perform performance evaluations and competency assessments.
• Manage orientation and annual education requirements.
• Ensure employee safety and regulatory compliance.
• Lead PI program participation and monitor budgets.

Skills

Leadership & management

Nursing skills

CPR

Basic computer skills

Education

California RN license

Job description

Job type: Full Time

Shift: Days

Hours:

The Department Director completes human resource functions related to staff recruitment and retention, performance evaluations and competencies, orientation and annual education requirements and employee safety. The director supports the hospital philosophy and goals. The director complies with regulatory and licensing agencies. The director assures that the department and staff present a positive image to the patients, families, and public. The director develops and implements services to meet patient and physician expectations. The director controls and monitors financial expenditures to meet budget goals. The director is a leader and actively participates in the hospital Performance Improvement (PI) Program.

Qualifications

1. California RN License
2. Successful mastery of nursing skills and knowledge related to a Patient Care Coordinator position
3. CPR
4. Previous experience or demonstrates skills in leadership and management
5. Basic Computer Skills

At John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!