Director - Surgical Services

Description Join Livingston Regional Hospital, a 114-bed, community hospital certified for sepsis care by the Joint Commission and accredited for chest pain by the American College of Cardiology. As part of the ScionHealth network, Livingston Regional proudly delivers quality care covering all aspects of healthcare, from 24-hour emergency services to inpatient and outpatient rehabilitative, a Level I neonatal nursery, a 16-bed gero-psych unit, and many other specialty services. Livingston serves a five-county area in central Tennessee and southern Kentucky. Grow your career where your work touches your neighbors. Job Summary The Director-Surgery is responsible for the overall management and leadership of surgical services, including Ambulatory Surgery, Operating Room, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The Director ensures optimal patient care, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency while maintaining a focus on clinical excellence, staff development, and financial oversight. Essential Functions Provides strategic leadership to the surgical services department, ensuring alignment with organizational goalsDevelops and implements policies and procedures to maintain clinical and operational standardsOversees budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation for the surgery departmentManages staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluationEnsures regulatory compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standardsCollaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to coordinate patient careMonitors patient care delivery to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and patient satisfactionImplements quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and operational efficiencyConducts staff meetings and participates in hospital leadership committeesResponds to emergencies and provides guidance during critical situations Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Strong clinical knowledge in perioperative nursing and surgical servicesExcellent leadership and communication skillsProficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office SuiteStrong analytical and financial management skillsAbility to work effectively in a high-stress, fast-paced environmentDemonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient-centered careAbility to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity Qualifications Education Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) requiredBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred Licenses/Certifications Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state requiredBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policyAdvanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policyNeonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within timeframe required by facility policyPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy Experience Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a surgical or ambulatory care setting requiredMinimum of three (3) years of leadership experience preferred