Surgery Nursing Director - Perioperative Leader (RN)

Colusa Medical Center; Arbee (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Colusa Medical Center seeks a Surgery Nursing Director to oversee peri-operative nursing within the Surgery Department, including pre-op, intra-op, and recovery, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality patient care. The role reports to the CAO and collaborates with the Director of Nursing and OR manager.

Candidates must be CA-licensed RNs with 2–5 years in the OR and leadership experience. This is a part-time leadership position with a strong emphasis on staffing, policy, and patient

Qualifications

• Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of California.
• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current CPR certification.
• 2-5 years of experience in the OR, with a minimum of 2 years of nursing management.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities, with completion of a critical care class, including basic arrhythmia interpretation.
• Knowledge and experience in the perioperative care of surgical patients.
• Ability to work under stressful situations and make sound decisions.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to promote conflict resolution and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise nursing staff in the OR, post-anesthesia care unit, Central Supply, and surgical coordination.
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards and ensure a safe environment for all patients in the surgical department.
• Review staff performance evaluations and ensure high standards of care are consistently met.
• Analyze and implement necessary changes in staffing patterns, training, and processes based on new demands from surgical procedures and equipment.
• Maintain a strong focus on patient care, staff morale, and productivity.
• Ensure regular and effective communication with staff, hold timely staff meetings, and provide opportunities for discussion of issues or concerns.
• Participate in maintaining the Quality Assurance Program, reviewing patient and staff incidents and complaints, and taking appropriate action as needed.
• Serve as a liaison between OR leadership, medical staff and hospital administration, ensuring smooth coordination and communication.
• Supervise and assist with the scheduling of surgical procedures, working closely with surgeons, clinics, and other departments to maximize OR effectiveness and capacity.
• Coordinate with the facilities manager and Infection Control staff regarding physical facilities and processes to maintain a sterile and safe surgical environment.
• Participate in Quality Assurance Programs, including monitoring statistics, absenteeism, turnover, patient and physician complaints, and incidents involving employees or patients, ensuring appropriate follow-up.
• Anticipate staffing needs and coordinate with other department managers to ensure appropriate staffing levels without downtime; plan staffing at least two weeks in advance.
• Make daily rounds in all surgical areas, ensuring sound nursing judgment, effective work processes, and economical use of supplies and equipment.
• Perform follow-up communication and documentation throughout the patient experience, including patient updates, issues, and scheduling, via EHR platforms and coordinate with clinical providers through 90 days post-surgery.
• Identify and escalate concerns as needed regarding patient care and experience, and report patient experience and service concerns through leadership, ensuring documentation of occurrences.
• Intervene and elevate patient medical concerns through the OR Manager and associated clinical team, ensuring proper documentation is completed in the patient charting system.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary groups to ensure the quality and delivery of services for the Total Joint Service Line.
• Assist Case Management with auditing patient status orders before, during, and post-surgery for consistency and claim accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned, ensuring compliance with HIPAA.
• Obtain Orthopedic Nurse Certification (ONC) within one year of hire.

Skills

RN leadership

Perioperative care

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Staff development

Crisis management

Critical thinking

Education

RN license (CA)

Nursing degree

Job description

Colusa Medical Center seeks a Surgery Nursing Director to oversee peri-operative nursing within the Surgery Department, including pre-op, intra-op, and recovery, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality patient care. The role reports to the CAO and collaborates with the Director of Nursing and OR manager.

Candidates must be CA-licensed RNs with 2–5 years in the OR and leadership experience. This is a part-time leadership position with a strong emphasis on staffing, policy, and patient