Job Title: Director of Medical-Surgical Services
Location: Larkin Community Hospital – South Miami Campus
Department: Med Surg
Job Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)
Larkin Community Hospital is seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Medical-Surgical Services to lead and manage the day-to-day operations of our Med Surg unit. The Director will be responsible for ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and staff development. This leadership role will play a critical part in achieving the hospital's strategic objectives and maintaining a culture of excellence in clinical care and safety.
Key Responsibilities:Lead and manage the operations of the Medical-Surgical unit, ensuring high standards of nursing care and patient satisfaction.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care programs and quality initiatives.
Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
Develop and manage departmental budgets, including labor, supplies, and equipment.
Recruit, retain, and mentor nursing staff; provide leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, and development planning.
Ensure appropriate staffing levels and skill mix to meet patient care needs.
Participate in hospital committees and contribute to hospital-wide policy development and quality improvement initiatives.
Analyze data to drive performance improvements and optimize patient outcomes.
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.
Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
Licensure: Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Florida.
Experience: Minimum 5 years of clinical experience in a Med Surg environment, with at least 1 year in a nursing leadership role.
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required.
Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to manage change, resolve conflicts, and promote team building.
Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 - 4:30
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Florida
- Minimum 5 years clinical experience in a Med Surg environment
- At least 1 year in a nursing leadership role
- BLS and ACLS certifications
What We Do
Larkin Community Hospital is an integrated healthcare delivery system accredited by the Joint Commission with locations in South Miami, Hialeah and Hollywood, Florida. Our network of acute care hospitals provide a complete continuum of healthcare services, including a full range of inpatient and outpatient services, home health agencies, Skilled Nursing facilities, Rehab centers and Assisted Living facilities in Miami-Dade and Broward County. Our South Miami campus consists of a 146 bed Statutory teaching hospital (the 3rd largest in Florida, offering 32 different training programs for physicians) and is the home of the state of the art Miami Neuroscience Center at Larkin, the Center for Advanced Orthopedics at Larkin, the Cancer Center at Larkin and the Florida Academic Dermatology Center at Larkin. Our Palm Springs Campus, is a 247 bed acute care hospital located in a 15 acre campus in Hialeah Florida, and includes a 7 story Medical Office Building. Larkin Community Hospital Behavioral Health Services, our hospital located in Hollywood, Florida, includes an inpatient behavioral health unit and also offers comprehensive behavioral health services.
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