Director Nursing
At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people—the patients we serve, the physicians we support, and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure, or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other, and living out the mission, vision, and values that define our organization. As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics, and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems, and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it. Each decision we make is rooted in seven core values: clinical quality, integrity, service excellence, teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and inclusion. Our values inform our attitudes, actions, and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians, and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians, and improve health care in America.
About the role
Hays Surgery Center, located in Kyle, Texas, is a 5-OR multispecialty ambulatory surgery center providing high-quality surgical care across a broad range of specialties, including Ophthalmology, Endoscopy, Otolaryngology (ENT), Podiatry, Urology, Colorectal Surgery, and General Surgery. As a key member of the leadership team, the Director of Nursing will play a critical role in fostering a culture of clinical excellence, patient safety, regulatory compliance, and team engagement while supporting the continued growth and success of the center.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate behaviors that align with SCA Health’s mission and values, bringing strong operational and clinical leadership experience in the ambulatory surgery setting. We are seeking a collaborative, hands-on leader who is passionate about developing staff, building physician relationships, driving quality outcomes, and maintaining exceptional patient experiences. Candidates with experience caring for both pediatric and adult patient populations, as well as prior leadership experience in a multispecialty ASC environment, are strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide leadership oversight to ensure patient needs are met in accordance with instructions of physician and facility’s policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate respect for co-workers and leadership and develop positive working relationships within departments.
- Provide direction to others that is clear, concise, and promotes efficiency throughout the clinical areas of the facility.
- Assume responsibility as a department lead of the OR, Preop, and PACU.
- Oversee the facility’s quality improvement, risk management, infection control, and education of teammates.
- Recognize legal policy limits and individual practice.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in nursing required; bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Current RN licensure.
- 2 years of nursing management experience preferred.
- Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification.
- Successful completion of ACLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.
Benefits
SCA Health offers a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Learn more at https://careers.sca.health/why-sca.
Pay
USD $105,000.00 – $115,000.00 per year.