Senior Director Nursing Perioperative Services (RN) - ...

About this Job: Senior Nursing Director, Perioperative ServicesMedStar Washington Hospital Center | Washington, DCMedStar Washington Hospital Center, a flagship academic medical center within MedStar Health, is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Nursing Director of Perioperative Services to provide executive nursing leadership across perioperative operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead complex, high-acuity surgical services within a nationally recognized health system committed to excellence in patient care, quality, safety, and innovation.Position OverviewThe Senior Nursing Director of Perioperative Services is a key member of the Division of Nursing leadership team and assumes 24/7 administrative responsibility for the operational, clinical, financial, and personnel management of perioperative nursing services. This leader drives strategic initiatives, advances professional nursing practice, and fosters a culture of shared governance, accountability, and continuous improvement in alignment with MedStar Health’s Patient First philosophy and SPIRIT Values.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide executive leadership for perioperative nursing operations, including planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care delivery systems.Ensure high-quality, safe, and efficient perioperative care that aligns with regulatory, accreditation, and professional practice standards.Lead fiscal and resource management, including budget development, productivity oversight, and strategic allocation of personnel and resources.Partner with executive, medical, and interdisciplinary leaders to advance organizational goals, quality outcomes, patient experience, and nursing-sensitive indicators.Champion performance improvement initiatives, high-reliability practices, patient throughput, and operational excellence.Support Magnet? Recognition and evidence-based practice initiatives, including research, shared governance, and nursing innovation.Oversee talent strategy for perioperative services, including recruitment, retention, performance management, succession planning, and leadership development.Serve as a nursing leader for entity-wide initiatives related to safety, service excellence, and patient- and family-centered care.Represent the Division of Nursing internally and externally through professional organizations, academic partnerships, and community engagement.Provide administrative coverage in the absence of the Vice President of Nursing/Chief Nursing Officer, as needed.QualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) from a nationally accredited programMaster’s degree in Nursing or a related healthcare fieldActive RN license in the District of Columbia before start dateMinimum of 5-7 years of progressive nursing leadership experience, including Director level or higherDemonstrated expertise in healthcare operations, financial management, quality, and strategic leadershipStrong communication, collaboration, and executive presencePreferredDoctoral degree in Nursing Leadership or Health Services AdministrationNational certification in Nursing Administration (e.g., NEA-BC or CENP; required within one year if not already obtained)Why Join MedStar Washington Hospital CenterLead perioperative services at one of the nation’s largest and most respected academic medical centersBe part of a mission-driven organization known for innovation, nursing excellence, and professional growthInfluence system-wide nursing strategy within the largest healthcare system in the Mid-Atlantic region This position has a hiring range of : USD $142,064.00 - USD $287,996.00 /Yr.

Created: 2026-02-06