Details Department: Surgical Services Schedule: Full-Time Hospital: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown Location: Nashville, TN Join the Future of Surgical Care at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown! Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown is on the lookout for a dynamic, experienced Director of Surgical Services to take the lead in transforming and overseeing our surgical operations. This high-impact leadership role will guide the performance of 34 state-of-the-art ORs, Endoscopy, and the Sterile Processing Department, driving excellence in patient care and operational performance. With our innovative, specialty-based OR model, we’ve reimagined how surgical teams work—fostering deep collaboration, enhancing efficiency, and delivering outstanding clinical outcomes. It’s not just a role—it’s a chance to shape the future of surgical services in a nationally recognized healthcare system.

Ready to lead where innovation meets impact? The future of the OR starts here—at Ascension. Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer. Responsibilities Direct the development and implementation of policies, procedures and strategies for Surgical Services.

Develop departmental goals, plans and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization. Plan, organize and direct all activities related to staffing, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions and continuing education initiatives. Prepare budgets and ensure compliance with allocated funding. Coordinate and direct internal/external audits. Direct and evaluate all clinical activities, including care plan development, service level determination, and complaint management to achieve performance and quality control objectives. Work collaboratively with physicians, administration and directors to develop streamlined operations where equipment, supplies and staff are utilized efficiently and resourcefully. Remove obstacles to achieving clinical quality, service excellence and financial effectiveness targets. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Required Credential(s): Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date or license eligible.

Education: Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.

Work Experience: 5 years of experience required. 10 years of experience preferred. 2 years of leadership or management experience required. 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred. Additional Preferences Large Operating Room (OR) experience strongly preferred Process Improvement experience strongly preferred Sterile Processing experience - a plus