Director Surgical Services RN
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeHybrid
location_onEureka Street, Anchorage, 99503, United States
Calling all Esteemed Leaders!
Are you a perioperative nursing and operations leader who thrives in complex surgical environments and is passionate about Magnet culture, clinical excellence, and patient‑centered care? Do you bring both operational discipline and professional nursing leadership to high‑acuity surgical services? If so, we invite you to explore this impactful leadership opportunity.
About the Role
The Director, Surgical Services RN serves in a dual role as Operations Director and Nursing Director for Surgical Services at PAMC. You will oversee the Pre‑Op Clinic, Ambulatory Surgery Unit, Pain Clinic, Operating Room, Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit, Endoscopy, and Sterile Processing Department.
PAMC is a 401‑bed hospital with 17 operating rooms, including a hybrid OR, robotics, and open‑heart surgery capabilities. Working within the strategic direction of Providence Health & Services (PH&S), you will formulate strategy, implement strategic plans, and ensure attainment of operating goals aligned with organizational policies and objectives. This role exercises independent judgment and carries overall accountability for clinical and operational performance while advancing Providence’s mission, philosophy, core values, and vision.
About Providence
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.
Providence has a long history of serving Alaska, beginning when the Sisters of Providence first brought health care to Nome in 1902 during the Gold Rush. This pioneering spirit set the standard for modern health care in Alaska and formed the foundation for Providence's growth as the state's largest private employer and leading health care provider. Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are located in Anchorage, Eagle River, Kodiak Island, Mat-Su, Seward, and Valdez.
Work Model & Culture
At Providence we believe in the importance of human connection and the impact of in-person collaboration towards team cohesion and caregiver engagement. Further, we want our leaders to live in or near the communities we serve. Therefore, leaders applying for this role will be required to work a hybrid schedule, which consists of three days onsite, two days remote and live within a reasonable commuting distance to the ministry or service area they support and lead.
Equal Opportunity
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Ready to Shape the Future?
If you are a mission‑driven nursing and operations leader ready to advance surgical services, professional practice, and patient‑centered care, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
Work location
Work model: Hybrid
Eureka Street, Anchorage, 99503, United States
Anchorage
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleDevelop and manage the annual operating budget aligned with strategic goals
- check_circleEvaluate organizational structure to ensure safety, cost control, and clinical practice standards
- check_circleCollaborate with physician leadership to design and expand surgical services
- check_circleLead quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory readiness initiatives
- check_circleSelect, develop, and evaluate nursing leaders while supporting succession planning
- check_circleServe as Chief Nurse Executive designee and rotate as Administrator on Call
- check_circleAdvance Magnet culture and integrate evidence-based protocols into clinical practice
- check_circleOversee operations for Pre-Op, OR, PACU, Endoscopy, and Sterile Processing departments
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school
- verifiedMaster's Degree (preferred)
- verifiedAlaska Registered Nurse License (required upon hire)
- verified5+ years of healthcare operations and leadership experience
- verifiedExperience in strategic planning, organizational assessment, and complex hospital operations
- verifiedExperience leading change, quality improvement, and Magnet aligned professional practice
Nice to Have
Master's Degree
Benefits & Perks
check_circle401(k) Savings Plan with employer matchingcheck_circleHealth care benefits including medical, dental, and visioncheck_circleLife insurance and disability insurancecheck_circlePaid time off including parental leave, vacations, and holidaysWell-being resources and voluntary benefits
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Magnet Culture, Evidence-Based Practice, Quality Improvement, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Shared Governance, Succession Planning, Alaska Registered Nurse License.
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school; Master's Degree (preferred).
Frequently asked questions about Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services
What does a Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services do?expand_more
A Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services is responsible for the following: Develop and manage the annual operating budget aligned with strategic goals; Evaluate organizational structure to ensure safety, cost control, and clinical practice standards; Collaborate with physician leadership to design and expand surgical services; and Lead quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory readiness initiatives.
What are the requirements for this Director Surgical Services RN role?expand_more
Providence Health & Services is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school; Master's Degree (preferred); Alaska Registered Nurse License (required upon hire); 5+ years of healthcare operations and leadership experience; Experience in strategic planning, organizational assessment, and complex hospital operations; and Experience leading change, quality improvement, and Magnet aligned professional practice.
Where is the Director Surgical Services RN role at Providence Health & Services located?expand_more
Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services is based in Eureka Street, Anchorage, 99503, United States. This is a hybrid role.
Is this Director Surgical Services RN job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Providence Health & Services has listed this Director Surgical Services RN role as hybrid.
How much experience is required for this Director Surgical Services RN role?expand_more
Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services typically requires 5+ years of relevant experience at the executive level.
What skills do you need for the Director Surgical Services RN role at Providence Health & Services?expand_more
Key skills for Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services include Magnet Culture; Evidence-Based Practice; Quality Improvement; Strategic Planning; Budgeting; Shared Governance; Succession Planning; and Alaska Registered Nurse License.
What education is required for Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited school; and Master's Degree (preferred).
What category does the Director Surgical Services RN role belong to?expand_more
Director Surgical Services RN at Providence Health & Services is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.