Pediatric Surgical Services Director

Baptist Medical Center Jacksonville; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville seeks a Director of Surgical Services to lead operations, staffing, and quality across pediatric surgical units. This role carries 24-hour accountability for nursing care, safety, and cost-effective delivery in alignment with Baptist Health standards.

The Director will recruit, orient, and develop nursing teams, collaborate with physicians and clinical leaders, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while preserving compassionate,

Qualifications

• BSN required; MSN preferred.
• Active Florida RN license required.
• ACLS certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• AORN certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour leadership and accountability for Surgical Services operations and patient care delivery.
• Direct the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care within assigned surgical units.
• Recruit, interview, orient, manage, and provide ongoing training and development for assigned personnel.
• Ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, effective, and efficient patient care.
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement.
• Manage resources effectively to support cost-effective operations while maintaining quality and patient safety.
• Partner with physicians, nursing leadership, clinical teams, and other stakeholders to support surgical service-line goals.
• Monitor operational and clinical performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure nursing practice and patient care delivery are consistent with organizational policies, standards, and the health system’s mission.

Skills

Leadership

Pediatrics

Surgical Services

Staff Development

Operational Oversight

Education

BSN

MSN preferred

Job description

Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville seeks a Director of Surgical Services to lead operations, staffing, and quality across pediatric surgical units. This role carries 24-hour accountability for nursing care, safety, and cost-effective delivery in alignment with Baptist Health standards.

The Director will recruit, orient, and develop nursing teams, collaborate with physicians and clinical leaders, monitor performance, and drive continuous improvement while preserving compassionate,