Manager of Surgical Services - Fort Walton Beach, FL

Manager of Surgical Services
Fort Walton Beach, FL | Full-Time | Day Shift

Compensation

• Salary Range: $95,000 – $112,000 (Based on experience)

  • Mid-point (10 years): $105,000

  • Max (15+ years): $112,000

• Relocation: Available on a case-by-case basis

• Schedule: Full-time Days with 24-hour accountability

Department & Unit Overview

• Surgical Suites: 12 total (10 Main OR beds, 2 CVOR beds)

• Volume: ~25 cases per day

• Team: Oversight of ~62 FTEs

• Clinical Focus: High-acuity specialties including trauma, open-heart, and advanced stroke intervention

Job Summary

The Manager of Surgical Services will direct the effective delivery of clinical care, maintain standards of nursing practice, and foster an interdisciplinary team approach to ensure patient progress and successful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Accountability: Oversee department functions 24/7, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and accrediting requirements.

• Quality Improvement: Develop and implement programs to monitor and enhance nursing care quality and patient safety.

• Continuity of Care: Collaborate with surgeons, patients, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure seamless treatment plans and efficient patient throughput.

• Operational Excellence: Maintain appropriate equipment and supplies to support high-quality surgical services.

• Patient Experience: Participate in rounding and foster a quiet, healing environment to positively impact patient satisfaction.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3+ years of recent (within the last year) Acute Care OR leadership experience.

• Education: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher.

• Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.

• Certifications: BLS (AHA) required within 30 days of hire.

• Desired Qualities: High-energy team player who is flexible and committed to improving patient care.

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Financial Future: 401(k) with 100% match (3%–9% based on tenure), 10% discount on hospital stock purchase plan.

• Education Support: Tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and certification support.

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical coverage (some services at $0 cost), including prescription, behavioral health, and AirMed medical transportation.

• Family Support: Fertility/family building assistance, adoption support, and referral services for child and elder care.

• Career Recognition: Colleague recognition programs and robust "Time Away From Work" benefits.

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

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