Nursing Services Director - Perioperative

Rock Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Rock Health in Phoenix, AZ seeks a strategic Director of Nursing Services to lead the Main Operating Room and PreOp/PACU, ensuring safe, family-centered care while driving growth and operational excellence in a high-acuity setting.

The executive will oversee financial performance, performance management, process improvement, and staff development, partnering with senior leaders to expand services and elevate patient experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading perioperative services in a surgical environment.
• Strong communication skills with executive presence and coaching ability.
• Proven ability to develop staff and improve clinical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial management, budgeting, throughput, and contract terms.
• Manage staffing, performance evaluations, and foster a Just Culture.
• Drive performance improvement, patient-centered care, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead strategic initiatives for growth and service expansion.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and staff development across departments.
• Build executive relationships and guide crisis management.

Skills

Perioperative leadership

Strong communication

Staff development

Strategic growth

Job description

Position Summary

Seeking a strategic Director of Nursing Services to lead the Main Operating Room and PreOp/PACU departments. Responsible for overseeing high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environments, ensuring safe, family-centered care while driving strategic growth and operational efficiency. The role includes financial oversight, performance management, process improvement and staff development.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Management: Develops budgets, manages throughput, ensures optimal contract terms, and oversees billing processes.
• Human Resources: Manages staffing, recruitment, performance evaluations, and fosters a Just Culture environment.
• Performance Improvement: Collaborates on patient-centered, evidence-based care, monitors customer service, and ensures regulatory compliance.
• Strategic Management: Implements initiatives for high-quality care, participates in growth strategies, and leads service expansions.
• Leadership & Training: Provides oversight, coaching, change management, and ensures staff competency.
• Relationship Management: Builds relationships with senior leaders, influences organizational strategies, and handles crisis situations.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate success in perioperative leadership in pediatrics, possess strong communication skills, and be committed to innovative, family-centered care.