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Director of Clinical Operations & Director of Nursing (DON)

Location: St. Louis, MO

Job Type: Full-Time

Industry: Ambulatory Surgery Center / Outpatient Specialty Practice

Compensation: $145,000-$165,000+ per year, based on experience

A leading multi-specialty outpatient healthcare organization is seeking an experienced Director of Clinical Operations & Director of Nursing (DON) to oversee both clinical operations and nursing services within a busy ambulatory surgery and specialty practice environment.

The organization provides care across Interventional Pain Management, Orthopedics, Neurology, and Plastic Surgery and is committed to high-quality, patient-centered care.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a nursing professional who can combine clinical leadership, ASC operations, regulatory compliance, staff development, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee nursing and clinical operations across pre-op, OR, PACU, and outpatient clinic services

• Lead, supervise, mentor, and evaluate RNs, surgical technicians, and clinical support staff

• Promote patient safety, infection prevention, quality improvement, and clinical best practices

• Maintain readiness for CMS, state, and AAAHC/accreditation surveys

• Oversee staff orientation, competencies, education, and performance evaluations

• Improve patient flow, scheduling, room turnover, and overall clinical efficiency

• Manage clinical supplies, inventory, equipment, and surgical resources

• Assist with budgeting, labor management, and supply cost control

• Partner with physicians, anesthesia providers, administration, and clinical teams

• Support operational growth while maintaining high standards of patient care

• Address clinical and operational issues and promote a positive team environment

Qualifications

• BSN required

• MSN, MHA, MBA, or related graduate degree preferred

• Active, unencumbered Missouri RN license

• BLS and ACLS required

• CNOR or comparable nursing leadership certification is a plus

• Minimum 5 years of progressive clinical leadership/management experience

• Experience in an ASC, outpatient surgical center, hospital perioperative department, or similar setting

• Strong knowledge of perioperative and ambulatory nursing operations

• Experience with or strong clinical familiarity with orthopedics, spine/neuro, interventional pain management, or plastic surgery

• Experience preparing for or successfully navigating AAAHC, CMS, or state regulatory surveys

• Understanding of healthcare compliance, EMR systems, and ASC operations

• Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and organizational skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage teams while maintaining high standards of patient safety and quality

Compensation & Benefits

• $145,000-$165,000+ annual salary, depending on experience

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with matching

• Generous PTO and paid holidays

• No regular weekends or major holidays

• Opportunity to play a key leadership role in a growing multi-specialty healthcare organization

Schedule

Full-time position aligned with outpatient and ambulatory surgery center operating hours. No regular weekend or major holiday schedule.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced DON, Director of Nursing, ASC Nurse Manager, Perioperative Director, Clinical Operations Director, or Nursing Administrator who is ready to take ownership of both clinical and operational leadership.

If you have strong ASC/perioperative leadership experience and are looking for a senior-level opportunity in the Missouri area, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today with your updated resume.

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