Registered Nurse (RN) Director, Surgical Services

Lifepoint Health; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Los Alamos Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Director of Surgical Services to lead operations, staffing, and clinical protocols. You will drive performance, ensure budget adherence, and uphold HIPAA and regulatory standards while fostering professional growth among the team.

The role emphasizes strategic department management, collaboration with clinicians, and a commitment to high-quality patient care in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Current state RN license and a bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing program.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days of hire.
• ACLS and PALS within six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred.
• ASLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards aligned with organizational objectives.
• Directs and evaluates department operations, including patient care delivery and budgeting to ensure quality.
• Plans staffing activities: hiring, orientation, evaluation, and ongoing education.
• Monitors budgets and coordinates internal/external audits to stay compliant.
• Fosters professional growth and champions evidence-based practice within the department.
• Responsible for hiring, training, and performance management of staff.

Skills

Staff management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

HIPAA knowledge

Leadership

Education

RN license

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Your experience matters

Los Alamos Medical Center ispartof Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. Weare driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-beingso you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Director of Surgical Services, joining our team, you'reembracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassionand dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Howyou'llcontribute

A Director of Surgical Services who excels in this role will perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation and directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives:

• Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization
• Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives
• Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives
• Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding. Coordinates and directs internal/external audits
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors
• Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information
• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA)
• Skilled in the application of policies and procedures
• Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices
• Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards
• Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff

Whatwe'relooking for:

Applicants should have a current state RN license andpossessa bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.Additionalrequirements include:

• Basic Life Support certification isrequiredwithin30 daysof hire.
• ACLS and PALS arerequiredwithin six months of hire.
• One year of experience preferred
• ASLS certification preferred

Whyjoin us

We believethat investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• FinancialProtection & PTO:Life, accident, criticalillness,hospital indemnityinsurance, short-and-long-term disability, paid familyleaveandpaid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Highereducation andcertificationtuitionassistance, loanassistanceand 401(k) retirement packageandcompany match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental healthservicesand discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learningandcareer advancement opportunities.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Lisa Lambert by emailing [e-mail].

More about Los Alamos Medical Center

Los Alamos Medical Centeris a47-bedacute care hospitalthat has been offering exceptional care to Los Alamos communityfor over 70 years. We have achieved an 'A' for our Leapfrog grade, have acquired Lifepoint Health NQP accreditation, Newsweek has named us a Top Hospital in NM, and have been honored for our Lifepoint Health Diversity Program

EEOC Statement

"Los Alamos Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Los Alamos Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees andcomplies withall applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."