(Archived) Director Perioperative Services (Nursing) (85K+)

TITLE: Director Perioperative Services (Nursing) (85K+)
LOCATION: Tucson, AZ

Would you like to live close to the Tucson area in a community with a population over 40K that has no shortage of enticing traits that make it a community of choice for all types of people seeking an affordable cost of living, a temperate climate with year-round outdoor recreation, and an attractive balance of small-town charm with big-city amenities.
It is a great place for young professionals, with a median age range of 34 years old and many retirees are also captivated by the area, often coming to visit for a few days only to find themselves liking the area so much that they purchase a home and stay.
The cost of living is among the lowest and housing cost are below the national average while its median household income is much higher at over $56K yearly.
If this sounds good then add over 275 days of sunshine a year and you could work at a healthcare facility that is around 100 beds and is committed to serving the residents in several surrounding counties and wants its employees to enjoy a career/life balance.
Summary:
The director is responsible for integrating their department's services(Pre-op, Post-op, Inpatient Surgery, Outpatient Surgery, PACU, Sterile Processing, Special Procedures, Scheduling, Pain Clinic) with the hospitals primary functions.
The director coordinates and integrates services within their department(s) and with other departments.
The director develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.
The director recommends a sufficient number of qualified and competent persons to provide care/service and assures the qualifications and competence of those staff members meet the needs of patient care and non-patient care services. The director coordinates the resources for orientation, in-service training, and continuing education of all persons in their department(s).
The director continuously assesses and improves their department's performance and maintains appropriate quality control programs.
The director recommends space and other resources needed by the department and participates in selecting outside resources needed by their department(s).
The director is an available resource for the patients, staff, physicians and administration.
Education/Requirements:
Bachelor’s in Nursing required. Master's degree preferred in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or similar.
Minimum 5 years clinical experience as a Nurse.
Minimum 3 years nurse leadership experience.
Additional Info:
Position reports to the CNO.
Details on OR: 7 OR Suites and 5 procedure rooms between the Main OR and outpatient surgery center.
Common surgeries include: Orthopedics, General Surgery; Urology, Podiatry, GYN and Vascular.
Person will supervise around 50 FTE's.
The facility is offering a range between $83K-$130K and offers a full benefit package and relocation/sign-on.