Director of Nursing - bonus eligible
About The Position
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Surgery Center, including overseeing the scheduling of procedures, inventory control, QA/QI, staff credentialing, preventative maintenance and safety, risk management, and all related supporting services of the ambulatory surgical center and its personnel. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, infection prevention initiatives, and operational best practices. The Director of Nursing will work closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, executive leadership, and all clinical staff to support efficient daily operations, clinical excellence, staff development, and patient safety initiatives. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated healthcare leader who thrives in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery environment and is passionate about building strong teams and driving continuous improvement.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and current state Registered Nurse License required.
- Current American Heart Assn. BLS and ACLS certifications also required.
- Current California Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership experience in an ambulatory surgery center, perioperative services, or surgical setting preferred
- Strong knowledge of AAAHC accreditation standards, CMS regulations, infection control, and ASC operations
- Experience in perioperative nursing, PACU, Pre-Op, & OR services preferred
- Exceptional leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to lead in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment
- Strong critical thinking and operational management abilities
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership and oversight of all nursing and clinical operations throughout the center
- Ensure compliance with AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, CDC, AORN, and regulatory standards
- Oversee infection prevention, quality assurance, QAPI, and patient safety programs
- Collaborate with physicians and leadership teams to optimize patient care and operational workflows
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, mentoring, and performance management of clinical staff
- Create & monitor staffing schedules, productivity, and clinical competencies
- Promote a positive culture of teamwork, accountability, communication, and professionalism
- Assist with policy development, implementation, and ongoing regulatory readiness
- Participate in accreditation surveys, audits, mock surveys, and continuous readiness initiatives
- Lead clinical education initiatives and competency programs
- Ensure accurate clinical documentation and adherence to company policies and procedures
- Respond to patient concerns and support service recovery initiatives when needed
Benefits
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
- Life Insurance
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement plan with a company match
- No weekends or major holidays
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive leadership team
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient care and center growth
- Career growth opportunities through Surgery Partners
- Positive culture focused on teamwork, excellence, and patient-centered care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
