Strategic Nurse Leader: Surgery & Education

Pascack Valley Medical Group; Westwood (NJ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Nursing Manager for Surgery and Education in Westwood, NJ. This day shift, full-time leadership role oversees surgical services and education programs, partnering with physicians and clinical staff to advance patient safety and outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, with 5+ years perioperative nursing, 2+ years leadership/education experience, RN license, CNOR or within 1 year, ACLS, and BLS within 14 days.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• 5+ years of perioperative nursing experience.
• 2+ years of leadership, educator, or professional development experience.
• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• CNOR certification or must be attained within 1 year of hire.
• ACLS
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides strategic leadership for the operational, clinical, and educational functions of Surgical Services.
• Advances quality outcomes, patient safety, workforce development, and regulatory readiness through effective leadership and resource management.
• Aligns departmental performance with organizational objectives while promoting evidence-based practice and continuous learning.
• Serves as a key partner to physicians, leaders, and interdisciplinary teams in achieving operational and clinical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Education

Perioperative Nursing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Master’s degree in Nursing, Education, Healthcare Administration

Job description

Ardent Health Services is seeking a Nursing Manager for Surgery and Education in Westwood, NJ. This day shift, full-time leadership role oversees surgical services and education programs, partnering with physicians and clinical staff to advance patient safety and outcomes.

The ideal candidate holds a BSN, with 5+ years perioperative nursing, 2+ years leadership/education experience, RN license, CNOR or within 1 year, ACLS, and BLS within 14 days.