Director of Nursing Operating Room
About The Position
Your future role at a glance Location: Franklin, WI Facility: Ascension Franklin and St. Francis Hospitals Department/Specialty: OR Schedule: Days | Full-time Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Empower nursing teams by directing daily workflows and resource allocation to ensure every clinician is positioned to provide exceptional, uninterrupted patient care. Architect departmental goals that align clinical excellence with ethical standards, creating a roadmap for a high-performing unit that exceeds healthcare delivery benchmarks. Cultivate a culture of clinical mastery by leading all staffing initiatives—from strategic hiring to continuing education—ensuring your team remains at the forefront of medical innovation. Champion patient advocacy by overseeing complex care assessments and resolving concerns with a focus on empathy and high-quality clinical outcomes. Optimize departmental health through proactive budget stewardship and audit readiness, ensuring the unit has the financial and operational stability to support its life-saving mission.
Requirements
- Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Current home state license, if considered multi-state/Compact State, also accepted.
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
- Bachelor's degree in nursing, or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing, required.
- Master's degree, or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience, preferred.
- 5 years of experience required.
- 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
Nice To Haves
- BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.
- Master's degree, or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience, preferred.
- 10 years of experience preferred.
- 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Empower nursing teams by directing daily workflows and resource allocation to ensure every clinician is positioned to provide exceptional, uninterrupted patient care.
- Architect departmental goals that align clinical excellence with ethical standards, creating a roadmap for a high-performing unit that exceeds healthcare delivery benchmarks.
- Cultivate a culture of clinical mastery by leading all staffing initiatives—from strategic hiring to continuing education—ensuring your team remains at the forefront of medical innovation.
- Champion patient advocacy by overseeing complex care assessments and resolving concerns with a focus on empathy and high-quality clinical outcomes.
- Optimize departmental health through proactive budget stewardship and audit readiness, ensuring the unit has the financial and operational stability to support its life-saving mission.
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
