Careers at USPI
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Clinical Director of Nursing
Overview
Clinical Director of Nursings are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. Clinical Director of Nursings are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. Will work directly with surgeons, medical/surgical staff and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Clinical Director of Nursingat our location? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
- Emotional Stability
- Adaptability
- Strong Clinical Judgment

Culture
Our mission is to treat each and every one of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family member. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
- Working with compassion and respect for others and each other, supporting our communities and advocating for our patients
- Acting with integrity and the highest ethical standards – always
- Delivering results through accountability and transparency
- Embracing inclusiveness for all people in our workplace and in the communities we serve
Career Path
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Nurse Manager leads to Job Title 2
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Clinical Director (CNO) leads to Job Title 3 or Job Title 4
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Administrator (CEO) leads to Job Title 5
Benefits
Providing a comprehensive benefits package is paramount, as we not only take care of our communities but also foster an environment of support for one another.
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Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
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Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
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Leadership and Executive Development
Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
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Coaching and Mentorship
We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
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Military and Veterans Support
Our values of working efficiently and uniting for a higher purpose align well with those of our military and veteran community. We would love to assist you with skill and experience equivalency mapping to ease your transition into a successful civilian career.
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
SurgCenter Camelback is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) to lead and oversee all clinical nursing operations at our ambulatory surgery center. The DON is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements. This leadership position will manage nursing staff, develop clinical protocols, and collaborate with physicians and administrative leadership to uphold the mission and standards of SurgCenter Camelback.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic direction and oversight for all clinical and nursing services in the surgery center.
Supervise pre-op, intra-op, and post-op nursing functions to ensure optimal patient care and outcomes.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and accrediting agency regulations (e.g., CMS, AAAHC, OSHA).
Hire, train, evaluate, and manage nursing staff; foster a positive and accountable team culture.
Develop and maintain clinical policies, procedures, and infection control protocols.
Oversee patient safety initiatives, quality improvement programs, and risk management efforts.
Manage nursing schedules to ensure adequate coverage for surgical cases.
Participate in and lead regular clinical meetings, quality audits, and patient safety reviews.
Collaborate with surgeons and anesthesia providers to meet clinical and operational needs.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies and ensure cost-effective resource management.
Serve as a liaison between clinical staff, administration, and external stakeholders.
Required Skills:
Qualifications:
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Arizona, in good standing.
Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role in an ASC, hospital OR, or surgical services setting.
Strong knowledge of ASC regulatory and accreditation standards (AAAHC, CMS, OSHA, HIPAA).
Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to manage clinical teams and collaborate with multidisciplinary departments.
ACLS and BLS certification required.
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