Director of Perioperative Services; Surgery

Director of Perioperative Services (Surgery)

Watertown Regional Medical Center, Watertown, Wisconsin

The Director of 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.

• Provides strategic leadership to the surgical services department, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
• Develops and implements policies and procedures to maintain clinical and operational standards
• Oversees budgeting, financial management, and resource allocation for the surgery department
• Manages staff recruitment, training, and performance evaluation
• Ensures regulatory compliance with state, federal, and Joint Commission standards
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff to coordinate patient care
• Monitors patient care delivery to ensure optimal clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction
• Implements quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and operational efficiency
• Conducts staff meetings and participates in hospital leadership committees
• Responds to emergencies and provides guidance during critical situations

• Strong clinical knowledge in perioperative nursing and surgical services
• Excellent leadership and communication skills
• Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) and Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong analytical and financial management skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑stress, fast‑paced environment
• Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to patient‑centered care
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform extended periods of standing, walking, and physical activity

• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

• Current RN license in the state of practice or compact state required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification within timeframe required by facility policy

• Minimum of three (3) years of clinical nursing experience in a surgical or ambulatory care setting required
• Minimum of three (3) years of leadership experience preferred