Administrative Director of Nursing - Surgical Services

Administrative Director of Nursing Surgical Services

Full-Time | Days | Leadership Opportunity

Location : Tucson, AZ

$20,000 Sign-On Bonus + Competitive Compensation + Relocation Assistance Available

About the Role

Envoy Recruitment is seeking an accomplished and strategic Administrative Director of Nursing Surgical Services to lead and grow perioperative operations across a large, high-performing hospital in Tucson, AZ.

This role is responsible for developing and executing strategic plans for surgical services, optimizing performance across inpatient and outpatient settings, and ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and patient-centered care. The Administrative Director will partner closely with executive leadership, surgeons, and department leaders to drive growth, enhance access, and elevate the overall surgical experience for both patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute market-level strategies to grow surgical and procedural service lines

Partner with executive leadership and physician teams to align initiatives with hospital and market goals

Oversee perioperative operations including OR utilization, staffing efficiency, and quality outcomes

Lead business case development for capital investments and new technology adoption

Ensure regulatory compliance, fiscal accountability, and effective resource utilization

Collaborate across hospital, ambulatory, and urgent care settings to streamline surgical services

Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement among surgical teams

What You Bring

Education

Required : Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management, Nursing, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Preferred : Masters Degree in Business, Healthcare Administration, Management, or Nursing

Experience

Minimum 3 years of management experience in an acute care hospital, ambulatory center, or health system

Proven experience in physician relations, program development, and strategic planning

Strong background in perioperative or surgical services leadership preferred

Licensure & Certifications

Active RN license in the state of practice (or eligibility to obtain)

Certification or registration to practice profession as required by state law or regulation

Why Join Envoy Recruitment?

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic nursing leader to influence surgical strategy and operations at a system level. Youll benefit from :

$20,000 sign-on bonus (based on eligibility)

Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates

Opportunity to lead surgical services across a thriving regional health network

Strong executive support for innovation and service line growth

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

Ready to lead surgical services strategy and drive operational excellence?

Contact matthew.thornett@envoyrecruitment.com or apply today for a confidential discussion.