Director Surgical Services

Job Title: Director (RN) Surgical Services

Status: Full-Time (1.0 FTE).

Shift: 8-hour shifts starting at 07:00.

Requirements: Occasional weekends and holidays may be required.

Location: This is an in-person role located in Missoula MT; travel is not required.

Compensation: To be discussed at the interview.

Relocation Assistance: Partial

Position Overview

A leading medical center is seeking a dedicated Director (RN) of Surgical Services to lead their department in Missoula MT. As a newly opened senior leadership role you will report directly to the Chief Nursing Officer and be responsible for directing departmental activities and resources to achieve organizational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct and evaluate departmental operations including patient care delivery information technology and quality control objectives.
• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement goals and standards consistent with clinical administrative legal and ethical objectives.
• Team Management: Plan and monitor staffing activities including hiring orientation evaluations disciplinary actions and continuing education.
• Financial Oversight: Prepare and monitor departmental budgets to ensure compliance with allocated funding.
• Clinical Advocacy: Act as a patient advocate and mentor for personnel overseeing the nursing process for pediatric patients from admission through discharge.
• Compliance: Coordinate and direct internal and external audits to maintain high standards of care.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Current (or eligible) Montana Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Education: Bachelors degree in Nursing (BSN) is required.
• Strongly Preferred: Advanced degree such as an MSN MBA or Healthcare Administration.

• Experience: At least five years of experience as a Surgical Services RN with specific leadership experience at the Manager or Director level.

• Certifications: BLS for Healthcare Providers required upon hire.
• Requirement: Must obtain PALS and ACLS within six months of hire.

Compensation & Benefits

In addition to base compensation Community Medical Center offers a comprehensive rewards package:

• Health & Wellness: Medical dental and vision plans plus FSA/HSA options and mental health support.
• Financial Security: 401(k) matching life insurance and income-protection programs (short/long-term disability).
• Time Off: Competitive PTO and an extended illness bank package.
• Growth: Tuition reimbursement loan assistance and professional development opportunities.