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Director, Surgical Services

Mayfield, Kentucky

Req ID 303404 Post Date May. 23, 2025 CategoryNursing FacilityJackson Purchase Medical Center
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Director, Surgery
Job Type: Full-time 

We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center

We believe in:

  • Championing Patient Care
  • Doing the Right Thing
  • Embracing Individuality
  • Acting with Kindness
  • Making a Difference Together

We strive to Make Communities Healthier.

We strive to create places where patients choose to come for healthcare, where providers desire to practice, and Team Members want to work.

JPMC has been voted as the Hospital of choice by patients and Team Members four out of the last six years. We invite you to join us and work in an environment where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center.

Where We Are:

Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. In this region, there is always something for all ages, whether it is outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, employee referral program
  • Professional development opportunities including 100% reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program.
  • And much more…

Position Summary

The Surgery unit at Jackson Purchase Medical Center embodies a culture of teamwork and effective communication, essential for providing specialized care to critically ill patients. This is a 5-bed unit that ensures patients receive optimal medical attention and support. 

The Surgical Services Director directs the department's activities and resources to achieve departmental and organizational objectives

  • Develops and implements departmental goals, plans, and standards consistent with the clinical, administrative, legal, and ethical requirements/objectives of the organization.
  • Directs and evaluates departmental operations, including patient care delivery, information technologies, service level determination, and complaint management, to achieve performance and quality control objectives.
  • Plans and monitors staffing activities, including hiring, orienting, evaluating, disciplinary actions, and continuing education initiatives.
  • Prepares, monitors, and evaluates departmental budgets, and ensures that the department operates in compliance with allocated funding.
  • Coordinates and directs internal/external audits.
  • Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
  • Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
  • Regular and reliable attendance.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
  • Manage the work of others, including planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work, ensures quality standards. 
  • Responsible for hiring, terminating, training and developing, reviewing performance and administering corrective action for staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred
  • Applicable work experience may be used in lieu of education

Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 6 months of hire
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 6 months of hire

Licenses:

  • Registered Nurse licensed to work in the State of Kentucky.

EEOC Statement

“Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”

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