Director Surgical Services
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onFairview Avenue, Middletown, Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06457, United States
About Middlesex Health
Middlesex Health is a 275-bed not-for-profit Magnet hospital and today's smarter choice for care. Proudly holding its sixth consecutive Magnet designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), we are dedicated to delivering personalized care that reflects the dignity and worth of each patient. Our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network connects us to a legacy that inspires hope and contributes to well-being. We have also been voted one of the top workplaces in the State of Connecticut for three consecutive years.
Located along the Connecticut River, our state-of-the-art facility offers easy access to New York City and Boston, with the beach, shopping, and fine eateries just minutes away.
About the Role
As the Director of Surgical Services, you will serve as a vital member of a multidisciplinary healthcare team where your expertise is valued. You will have direct oversight of the entire surgical services line, including the Operating Room, Endoscopy, Perioperative and Postoperative Care, Ambulatory Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic Cath Lab, and Sterile Processing. Additionally, you will oversee the 15-bed Inpatient Orthopedic and Spine unit.
In this strategic role, you will act as a key liaison between the medical staff, patients, senior leadership, nursing staff, and other disciplines. Your focus will be on providing outstanding patient service, growing the service line, developing leadership, and managing resources. You will be responsible for maintaining strong physician and administration relationships while ensuring standards of care align with best practices. Your work will sustain a culture of safety, quality, service excellence, professionalism, personnel development, and team collaboration that supports the Middlesex Health Mission and the Department of Nursing vision.
Join Our Team
We are seeking a leader committed to transformational leadership and the ANCC Magnet model for nursing services. If you are passionate about evolving surgical care and driving culture transformation, we invite you to apply. Please submit your application through our official career portal to be considered for this opportunity.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Fairview Avenue, Middletown, Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06457, United States
Middletown, Connecticut
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleManage the 15-bed Inpatient Orthopedic and Spine unit
- check_circleServe as a liaison between medical staff, patients, and senior leadership
- check_circleMaintain strong physician and administration relationships
- check_circleSustain a culture of safety, quality, and team collaboration
- check_circleOversee the entire surgical services line including Operating Room, Endoscopy, and Sterile Processing
- check_circleDrive leadership development and manage resources to grow the service line
- check_circleEnsure standards of care align with best practices and the ANCC Magnet model
- check_circleDevelop, implement, and evaluate ongoing surgical services programs
Requirements
- verifiedRegistered nurse graduate of accredited school of nursing
- verifiedCurrently licensed to practice in Connecticut
- verifiedBSN required
- verifiedMaster's degree in related healthcare field required
- verifiedMinimum 4 years experience in Surgical Services
- verifiedMinimum 5 years experience in progressive leadership role
- verifiedCertified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) preferred
- verifiedNursing Leadership Certification (NE-BC) preferred
Nice to Have
Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) certification. Nursing Leadership Certification (NE-BC or equivalent) acquired within 2 years of employment.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Surgical Services, Operating Room, Endoscopy, Perioperative, Postoperative Care, Ambulatory Surgery, Interventional Radiology, Diagnostic Cath Lab, Sterile Processing, Orthopedic.
Education: Master's degree in a related healthcare field required.
Frequently asked questions about Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health
What does a Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health do?expand_more
A Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health is responsible for the following: Manage the 15-bed Inpatient Orthopedic and Spine unit; Serve as a liaison between medical staff, patients, and senior leadership; Maintain strong physician and administration relationships; and Sustain a culture of safety, quality, and team collaboration.
What are the requirements for this Director Surgical Services role?expand_more
To qualify for the Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health position, applicants should have: Registered nurse graduate of accredited school of nursing; Currently licensed to practice in Connecticut; BSN required; Master's degree in related healthcare field required; Minimum 4 years experience in Surgical Services; and Minimum 5 years experience in progressive leadership role.
Where is the Director Surgical Services role at Middlesex Health located?expand_more
Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health is based in Fairview Avenue, Middletown, Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region, Connecticut, 06457, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Middlesex Health has listed this Director Surgical Services role as on-site.
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Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.
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Key skills for Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health include Surgical Services; Operating Room; Endoscopy; Perioperative; Postoperative Care; Ambulatory Surgery; Interventional Radiology; and Diagnostic Cath Lab.
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Educational requirements for this role: Master's degree in a related healthcare field required.
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Director Surgical Services at Middlesex Health is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.
About Middlesex Health
Middlesex Health operates within the hospitals and health care industry, with its headquarters located in Middletown, Connecticut. As a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, the organization comprises Middlesex Hospital, a not-for-profit magnet facility with 275 beds, alongside two Middlesex Health Cancer Center locations. The system further supports community needs through three emergency departments, two urgent care centers, and a wide array of additional programs and services. A network of primary care physicians, medical and surgical specialists, and staff members works to address the health requirements of Middlesex County and the Connecticut shoreline communities.
The organization leverages innovative technology to advance its vision of becoming the primary choice for medical care. Its mission focuses on delivering the safest, highest-quality care while ensuring the best possible patient experience. Middlesex Health maintains a commitment to meeting local health needs through its comprehensive service offerings and specialized medical expertise.
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