Orthopedic ASC Nurse Director — Lead Ops & Quality

Green Key Resources; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Green Key Resources is seeking a Surgery Center Nurse Director in the Phoenix metro area to lead clinical operations and nursing excellence at a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center. You’ll establish the nursing culture, protocols, and team structure for an orthopedic-focused facility, collaborating with medical staff to ensure seamless perioperative care and optimal patient outcomes.

You will build and lead a clinical team with autonomy, drive quality initiatives, and ensure regulatory

Qualifications

• AAS in Nursing required.
• RN licensure in Arizona or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• Minimum 3–5 years as Director of Nursing or Nurse Manager.
• Experience in orthopedic operating room nursing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ASC regulatory, accreditation, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership and team-building capabilities.
• Proficiency with electronic health records and surgical scheduling systems.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• Local residency in the Phoenix metropolitan area is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement nursing policies, protocols, and guidelines aligned with industry standards.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard nursing team members, including RNs and surgical technologists.
• Manage nursing operations, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee patient care, safety, and satisfaction throughout the surgical continuum.
• Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia staff to optimize surgical workflows.
• Ensure compliance with CMS, state licensing, and accreditation standards.
• Lead quality assurance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Facilitate orientation and ongoing clinical education for perioperative staff.
• Act as a liaison between nursing, administration, and medical staff.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Team building

Clinical leadership

Education

AAS in Nursing

Tools

EHR systems

Surgical scheduling systems

Job description

Green Key Resources is seeking a Surgery Center Nurse Director in the Phoenix metro area to lead clinical operations and nursing excellence at a state-of-the-art ambulatory surgery center. You’ll establish the nursing culture, protocols, and team structure for an orthopedic-focused facility, collaborating with medical staff to ensure seamless perioperative care and optimal patient outcomes.

You will build and lead a clinical team with autonomy, drive quality initiatives, and ensure regulatory