Dir, Nursing Exec Surgical Services

Joining UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. UChicago Medicine AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• →General Operating Room (OR)
• →Vascular Surgery
• →Gastrointestinal (GI)/Endoscopy Services
• →Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• →Pre-Admission Testing (PAT), Pre-Op, Sterile Processing (if applicable), and other perioperative services as assigned

Leads clinical and operational performance across assigned areas and serves as a liaison ensuring clear effective communication, collaboration with other departments to support seamless care coordination. Recruits, retains, and develops a high-performing nursing leadership workforce, ensuring workforce stability and developing strong leadership pipelines. Reviews labor management reports and ensures established goals are met. Other duties as assigned. Develops and manages the annual budget in coordination with finance, monitoring and adjusting to ensure effective use of resources. Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates marketing and program development initiatives in coordination with leadership staff and hospital administration. Ensures compliance with safety and legal requirements as established by governing and regulatory agencies. Oversees the selection, education, staffing, and disciplining of staff members in compliance with organizational standards, policies, and practices. Evaluates the learning needs of individuals and the department, ensuring in-service and training programs meet identified needs. Promotes staff competency through proper orientation, skill validation, and education. Develops and implements policies and procedures that promote consistency, best practices, and regulatory compliance. Leads and develops nursing teams by cultivating a positive, inclusive culture where staff are empowered, professionally supported, and aligned with organizational values. Promotes strong frontline leadership, drives professional growth, fosters engagement, and builds high performing, accountable teams. Develops and implements departmental safety programs Oversees the development and implementation of strategies to achieve departmental and organizational objectives. Maintains effective departmental communication through regular staff meetings and facilitates information flow between departments and administration. Fosters an environment of service excellence for patients, families, physicians, and the community.

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.