Director of Nursing – Surgical Services

Taphealthcare • Westwood, NJ

1d • $157,000 - $220,000

About The Position

Tap Healthcare Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing – Surgical Services to lead perioperative operations at Pascack Valley Medical Center in Westwood, New Jersey . This leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of surgical services, including clinical quality, operational efficiency, staff engagement, and physician collaboration. The Director will play a critical role in driving performance across key operational metrics such as block utilization, case throughput, and turnover times, while fostering a high-performing and patient-centered culture. This position offers competitive compensation ranging from approximately $157,000 to $220,000 annually based on experience , with additional compensation components such as differentials or call pay where applicable.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required, or active enrollment in a BSN program with completion required within 24 months.
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 14 days of hire or prior to providing patient care (American Heart Association).
• Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing leadership experience , preferably within surgical services or perioperative settings.
• Strong clinical and operational knowledge of perioperative services (Operating Room required)

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or a related field.
• Acute care hospital experience .
• 5–7 years of leadership experience in surgical services preferred, though high-potential candidates with strong OR experience will be considered.
• Strong perioperative (Operating Room) leadership experience .
• Proven ability to lead teams through growth, change, and increased surgical volume .
• Comfortable working in a data-driven, KPI-focused environment (e.g., block utilization, turnover times, case volume).
• Ability to engage frontline staff , rebuild morale, and foster a collaborative team culture.
• Skilled in balancing clinical quality, operational efficiency, and physician relationships .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees