Senior Director, Perioperative Services

Umass-Memorial-Health-; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 232,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Nurse Manager for Perioperative Services in Worcester. You will oversee patient care management, ensure standards of nursing practice, and drive operational excellence across the Surgical Services departments.

The role requires a Master’s in Nursing, MA licensure, AORN membership, and CNOR/NEA-BC certification. Significant leadership, budgeting, and Lean process improvement experience are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Nursing or related field.
• Licensed to practice nursing in Massachusetts.
• Member of the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN).
• Professional certification CNOR or NEA-BC (obtain within 18 months if not certified).

Responsibilities

• Oversees patient care management and ensures professional nursing practice.
• Ensures delivery of quality services and investigates opportunities for program expansion.
• Manages administrative and financial accountability for perioperative service operations.
• Leads cross-site collaboration and implements best practices across UMass sites.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and maintains safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Lean techniques

Budgeting

Planning & organizing

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s degree in Nursing or related field

Licensed to practice nursing in Massachusetts

AORN member

CNOR or NEA-BC certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Nurse Manager for Perioperative Services in Worcester. You will oversee patient care management, ensure standards of nursing practice, and drive operational excellence across the Surgical Services departments.

The role requires a Master’s in Nursing, MA licensure, AORN membership, and CNOR/NEA-BC certification. Significant leadership, budgeting, and Lean process improvement experience are essential.