Director of Nursing OR
Full Time - Days
Albuquerque, NM
Director of Nursing OR - Full Time - Days
Albuquerque, NM
JO# 3428703
Lead the future of surgical excellence as a Director of Nursing – Operating Room, where advanced technology, high-volume cases, and people-first leadership come together. This is a day-shift, full-time leadership opportunity for an accomplished perioperative nurse leader ready to shape strategy, mentor teams, and elevate patient care across a complex surgical environment.
What the employer offers
This role sits at the center of a thriving, people-first culture that invests heavily in leadership growth, education, and long-term career development. You’ll step into a modern surgical program supported by advanced technology, including a nationally recognized robotics platform, and collaborate closely with experienced surgeons and interdisciplinary leaders. The organization prioritizes work-life balance with a consistent day schedule, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, tuition assistance, and leadership development resources. Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate, and you’ll have the autonomy to influence clinical quality, operational efficiency, and team engagement across multiple perioperative services.
What they need
They are seeking a strong RN leader with deep operating room experience and a proven background in surgical services management. A Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required, with a Master’s degree preferred. You must hold an active RN license and obtain BLS certification within required timeframes. The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of clinical nursing experience, including at least 2–3 years in a formal management or director-level role, with demonstrated success leading high-volume OR environments and robotics programs. You’ll oversee OR, GI, PACU, Pre-op, and Pre-admission Testing, managing clinical quality, financial performance, physician collaboration, and staff development.
If you’re ready to lead at a high level and make a lasting impact on surgical care and nursing teams, let’s start the conversation today.
Chris Monroe
CMonroe@theclinicalrecruiter.com
Phone: 615-547-2432
www.TheClinicalRecruiter.com
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