Nurse Director- Ambulatory Surgery Center
About The Position
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. At Beth Israel Lahey Health and New England Baptist Hospital, we are committed to fostering a culture grounded in Wellbeing, Empathy, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Equity — our WE CARE values. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced nursing leader to oversee operations for a high-volume, four-OR Ambulatory Surgery Center licensed by New England Baptist Hospital. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a fast-paced perioperative environment focused on exceptional patient care, operational excellence, and team development. The Nursing Director, Ambulatory Surgery Center will provide both strategic and operational leadership across clinical, operational, and regulatory functions while partnering closely with physicians, hospital leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to drive outstanding patient and staff experiences. This role is ideal for a collaborative and forward-thinking perioperative leader who thrives in high-performing environments and is passionate about building engaged teams, optimizing workflows, and advancing quality outcomes.
Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts required.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Current ACLS certifications required (or must be obtained within three months of start date).
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive nursing leadership experience.
- Minimum of 2 years in perioperative services or ASC leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience in perioperative services and/or ambulatory surgery center operations.
- Proven ability to lead high-volume, fast-paced clinical operations.
- Strong leadership, communication, team-building, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Strong understanding of Joint Commission, CMS, and state regulatory requirements for ambulatory surgery centers.
- Ability to lead collaboratively across departments and influence operational strategy.
- Passion for quality improvement, patient experience, and staff engagement.
Nice To Haves
- CNOR, CPAN, and or CAPA Certification preferred.
- NE‑BC certification, or equivalent preferred.
- Master’s degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead Clinical & Operational Excellence: Provide day-to-day leadership for a busy, high-volume ambulatory surgery center with four operating rooms. Drive operational efficiency, patient throughput, staffing optimization, and OR utilization. Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered perioperative care. Partner closely with physicians, leadership, and support departments to support seamless operations and exceptional patient experiences.
- Shape Programs & Improve Processes: Lead operational planning, workflow design, and staffing strategies. Develop and implement policies, procedures, competencies, and clinical workflows aligned with organizational and regulatory standards. Identify opportunities for process improvement, innovation, and operational growth.
- Build & Develop High-Performing Teams: Recruit, mentor, and retain a highly engaged perioperative team. Support onboarding, orientation, training, and competency development. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, professional growth, and continuous improvement. Provide coaching, performance management, and leadership development support.
- Drive Quality, Safety & Compliance: Ensure compliance with organizational policies, accrediting agencies, CMS, Joint Commission, and state/federal regulations. Lead quality improvement initiatives, patient experience efforts, and risk management activities. Serve as a key leader during audits, surveys, and regulatory reviews.
- Oversee Financial & Resource Management: Manage staffing plans, operational budgets, and supply utilization. Monitor productivity, expenses, and operational metrics. Collaborate with physicians and leadership to support efficient, cost-effective operations while maintaining the highest standards of care.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Supportive culture focused on innovation, teamwork, and professional growth
- Opportunity to lead a growing and highly specialized ambulatory surgery center
- Collaborative partnership with physicians and executive leadership
- Visible operational and strategic leadership role
- Work within a nationally respected healthcare system committed to excellence in patient care
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
