Assistant Vice President of Nursing Operations

About the Role

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Perioperative and Procedural Operations serves as a strategic leader within the Adult Surgery department at OU Health. This role is designed to provide high-level oversight of surgical and procedural services, ensuring they align with the broader organizational goals of growth, access to care, and operational excellence.

As a results-driven leader, you will be responsible for the strategic planning, budget management, and performance coordination of the perioperative continuum. Your work will directly impact patient safety, quality outcomes, and efficiency by optimizing block utilization, case scheduling, supply chain management, and technology implementation. You will act as a catalyst for change, fostering a culture of civility and continuous improvement while serving as a key representative for the nursing body among senior leadership.

Our Culture and Values

At OU Health, we are committed to living our core values in every interaction and work output. As an AVP, you will model the "OU Health Way" by prioritizing patients, pursuing relentless excellence, demonstrating integrity, seeking inclusion for all staff and patients, embracing lifelong learning, and valuing teamwork. We foster an inclusive workforce where individual differences are maximized to achieve our winning aspirations, ensuring a harmonious and high-performing environment.

Application Instructions

OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside the work environment, creating peace of mind for you and your family.

Current Employees: Please click Learn more on recrutus.com to login to the internal portal.
External Applicants: Submit your application through the official OU Health careers portal.

Note: This position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, a Master's degree in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration, or a relevant field, and 5 to 7 years of progressive leadership experience.

Work location

Work model: On-site

Main Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Key Responsibilities

check_circleDevelop and operationalize strategic initiatives for patient care delivery across the health system
check_circleOversee surgical and procedural services to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency
check_circleImplement data-driven performance improvement initiatives focused on patient safety and quality outcomes
check_circleDrive organizational change through effective communication and change management practices with all staff levels
check_circleServe as a representative for nursing and surgical services among senior leadership and governing bodies
check_circleManage the selection, retention, and performance of operational and informatics managers through coaching and feedback
check_circleLead initiatives to optimize block utilization, case scheduling, and patient flow across the perioperative continuum
check_circleManage departmental budgets and lead annual planning and capital allocation processes

Requirements

verifiedBachelor's Degree in Nursing
verifiedMaster's in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or relevant field
verified5 to 7 years of progressive leadership experience
verifiedCurrent Registered Nurse License (Oklahoma or multistate compact)
verified3-5 years of operations/strategic experience preferred
verifiedPrevious surgical services experience preferred

Nice to Have

Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)

Skills, education and keywords

Skills: Bachelor's Degree In Nursing, Master's In Nursing, Doctor Of Nursing Practice, Registered Nurse License, Multistate Compact Registered Nurse, Enlc, Project Management, Financial Models, Data Analysis, Change Management.

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; Master's in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or relevant field required.

Frequently asked questions about AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health

What does a AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health do?expand_more

In this AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health role, you will develop and operationalize strategic initiatives for patient care delivery across the health system; oversee surgical and procedural services to ensure regulatory compliance and operational efficiency; implement data-driven performance improvement initiatives focused on patient safety and quality outcomes; and drive organizational change through effective communication and change management practices with all staff levels.

What are the requirements for this AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role?expand_more

To qualify for the AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health position, applicants should have: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing; Master's in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or relevant field; 5 to 7 years of progressive leadership experience; Current Registered Nurse License (Oklahoma or multistate compact); 3-5 years of operations/strategic experience preferred; and Previous surgical services experience preferred.

Where is the AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role at OU Health located?expand_more

AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health is based in Main Street Parking Garage, 119, West Main Street, Central Business District, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma, 73102, United States. This is a on-site role.

Is this AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more

OU Health has listed this AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role as on-site.

How much experience is required for this AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role?expand_more

AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health typically requires 5–7 years of relevant experience at the executive level.

What skills do you need for the AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role at OU Health?expand_more

Key skills for AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health include Bachelor's Degree In Nursing; Master's In Nursing; Doctor Of Nursing Practice; Registered Nurse License; Multistate Compact Registered Nurse; Enlc; Project Management; and Financial Models.

What education is required for AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health?expand_more

Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required; and Master's in Nursing, Business, Healthcare Administration or relevant field required.

What category does the AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations role belong to?expand_more

AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations at OU Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.

AVP Perioperative and Procedural Operations