Nurse Director – Medical Surgical Unit

Nurse Director – Medical Surgical Unit, Soldotna, Alaska

Our client, a respected healthcare organization in Alaska, is seeking an experienced Nurse Director to lead its Medical Surgical department. This leadership role is responsible for planning, directing, supervising, and participating in departmental activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care.

The Nurse Director will collaborate with Nursing Administration, hospital departments, community healthcare professionals, and the public to advance the organization's mission while providing principled leadership and operational excellence throughout the Med Surg unit.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and oversee daily operations of the Medical Surgical department.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered nursing care.
• Collaborate with Nursing Administration and hospital leadership to achieve organizational goals.
• Integrate Med Surg department activities with other hospital departments and community healthcare partners.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and performance management for nursing staff.
• Promote quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and patient safety.
• Utilize EPIC and Pyxis systems to support clinical operations and workflow efficiency

Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing experience (Required)
• Minimum of 2 years of Medical Surgical Director experience (Required)
• Previous leadership experience in an acute care hospital setting strongly preferred
• Experience with EPIC and Pyxis (preferred)

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active Alaska RN License (Required)
• Current AHA BLS Certification
• Current AHA ACLS Certification
• PALS Certification required within 6 months of hire

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance plans
• Competitive 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Director-level Paid Time Off (PTO), including vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities, including training and continuing education
• Employee wellness programs, discounts, and additional employee perks
• Participation in the Director-Level Incentive Award Program (IAP)

Additional Incentives

• $25,000 Relocation Assistance
• $10,000 Critical Position Bonus
• Participation in the Director-Level Incentive Compensation Plan with an annual incentive opportunity of up to 10% of annual earnings

If you or anyone you know is qualified, interested, and currently seeking employment, please send an updated resume and answers to the questions below to cjepsen@managedcarestaffers.com  for immediate review and consideration.

Pre-Screening Questions

1) How many years of acute care nursing experience do you have?
2) How many years of experience do you have as a Med Surg Director?
3) Do you currently hold an active Alaska RN license (or are you eligible to obtain one)?
4) Do you have current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications?
5) Are you willing to obtain your PALS certification within 6 months of hire?
6) Do you have experience using EPIC and Pyxis?
7) Are you available to work on-site Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM?
8) What is your desired minimum annual compensation?
9) Are you immediately available for employment?