Director of Nursing

Our client, a growing, patient-focused ambulatory surgery center in Suffolk County, NY, is seeking a Director of Nursing to bring strategic vision and hands-on leadership in a fast-paced surgical environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced clinical leader who wants real ownership over quality, compliance, and team culture- while helping shape an outstanding experience for patients and staff alike.

The annual base salary range is $180,000 to $220,000. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things. Details about eligibility for bonus compensation (if applicable) will be finalized at the time of offer.

• Provide strategic and day-to-day operational leadership across multiple clinical departments
• Coach, develop, and evaluate supervisors and clinical teammates, offering ongoing feedback and growth opportunities
• Oversee OR scheduling, case booking, pre-authorization processes, and room utilization to maximize provider efficiency
• Manage staff scheduling, attendance, overtime, and time-off requests
• Lead infection control and sterilization compliance, including autoclave and high-level disinfection oversight
• Drive the clinical quality improvement program, including Environment of Care, Life Safety Code, and regulated medical waste compliance
• Champion survey readiness for both announced and unannounced regulatory reviews
• Oversee the medical equipment maintenance program to ensure proper calibration and manufacturer compliance
• Ensure accurate, HIPAA-compliant patient documentation in line with federal, state, and payer requirements
• Guide the full patient journey from admission through discharge, ensuring a seamless, service-focused experience
• Serve as a calm, professional point of contact for patient and family questions or concerns
• Identify and implement workflow and efficiency improvements across the center
• Lead regular staff meetings and training sessions to strengthen communication and team performance
• Manage clinical budget responsibly and in partnership with senior leadership
• Monitor and nurture a positive, healthy workplace culture
• Support technician testing and coding compliance processes
• Take on additional leadership responsibilities as needed

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Active, unrestricted New York State RN license
• 5+ years of medical office or healthcare management experience
• Prior Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) leadership experience strongly preferred
• Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving abilities with sharp attention to detail
• Calm, professional presence in fast-paced, high-pressure environments

• True leadership ownership over clinical quality, compliance, and team development
• Fast-paced, dynamic surgical environment with variety day to day
• Opportunity to directly shape culture and patient experience
• Growth-oriented organization investing in strong clinical leadership