Aureus Medical Group - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director OR - Operating Room for a travel nursing job in Carlsbad, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: OR - Operating Room
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: 14 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Estimated payment breakdown
$4643.00-$5163.00/wk
$3040.00-$3560.00 in weekly taxable income
$76.00/hr-$89.00/hr
Estimate assumes an 8 hour shift. Hourly rate may change based on shift length.
$1603.00 in non-taxable stipend
Actual amount subject to eligibility and seasonal/annual adjustments
Hospital in NM is seeking an interim Director of Surgical Services for a 13 week assignment. The Director, Surgical Services, provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the surgical services department, ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care. This role is responsible for departmental planning, regulatory compliance, financial management, and fostering collaboration among multidisciplinary teams. The Director promotes a culture of excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement to optimize surgical outcomes, patient satisfaction, and operational efficiency. Position is Mon - Fri, 8a - 5p. Essential Functions: Oversees daily operations of the Surgical Services department, ensuring effective scheduling, staffing, and resource allocation to support safe and efficient patient care. Develops and implements departmental goals, policies, and procedures that align with organizational objectives and promote high standards of surgical care. Ensures compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements, including The Joint Commission and CMS standards. Leads quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, surgical outcomes, and operational performance. Prepares, monitors, and manages the departmental budget, implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining high standards of care and service delivery. Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and other stakeholders to coordinate surgical schedules, optimize patient flow, and facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Recruits, hires, and retains highly qualified surgical services staff, providing mentorship, fostering professional development, and promoting continuing education opportunities. Monitors and evaluates patient care processes and outcomes, addressing patient concerns and implementing strategies to improve satisfaction and experience. Drives initiatives to create and sustain a positive work culture, achieving employee satisfaction and retention goals through effective leadership and management practices. Responds to and resolves patient care issues, complaints, and incidents, conducting investigations and implementing corrective actions as necessary. Maintains current knowledge of industry trends, clinical best practices, and emerging technologies, ensuring the department remains competitive and compliant with evolving standards. Establishes and monitors key performance metrics, using data-driven insights to identify opportunities for improvement and to measure departmental success. Collaborates with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to manage inventory, surgical instruments, and equipment, ensuring availability and proper utilization. Participates in strategic planning and organizational initiatives to expand surgical services and enhance the facility's market position. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards. Inquire within today.
Position: Nursing/Director
Specialty/Modality: Director-Surgical Services
Licenses/Certifications: State License-RN-New Mexico
Physical Abilities: Up to 20lbs
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Aureus Medical Group - Nursing Job ID . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: DIRECTOR OF NURSING / SURGICAL SERVICES NURSING DIRECTOR
About Aureus Medical Group - Nursing
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