As our network of Ambulatory Surgery Centers (ASCs) continues to grow, we are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director of Nursing (DON) / Administrator to join our talented and passionate care team.
NOW HIRING
Director of Nursing (DON) / Administrator
ABOUT US
Blue Cloud is the nation’s largest pediatric Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) company, specializing in dental restorative and exodontia procedures for pediatric and special needs patients under general anesthesia. As a mission-driven organization, we are committed to providing safe, high-quality, and accessible care while helping reduce costs for families and payors.
Blue Cloud’s ASC-based model offers an exceptional working environment supported by a close-knit surgical team of Dentists, Anesthesiologists, Registered Nurses, Registered Dental Assistants, and other dedicated healthcare professionals. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss these positions in greater detail and explore how Blue Cloud can become a meaningful part of the important work you do.
OUR VISION & VALUES
At Blue Cloud, our vision is to be the leader in safety and quality for pediatric dental patients receiving care in a surgery center environment. Our core values guide the decisions of our talented team every day, shaping how we care for our patients, support their families, and work together toward achieving that vision.
- We cheerfully work hard.
- We are individually empathetic.
- We keep our commitments.
ABOUT YOU
You demonstrate a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and a genuine commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. You thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and are dedicated to supporting a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and excellence. You value working alongside others to ensure every patient receives the highest quality care and service throughout their experience with the Surgery Center.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The Director of Nursing (DON)/Administrator is responsible and accountable for the overall day-to-day operations and financial performance of the surgery center. This role oversees the planning, organization, direction, and evaluation of all clinical and administrative programs, services, and activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and achievement of organizational goals. The DON/Administrator provides leadership to staff, manages resources effectively, and promotes a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the surgery center.
Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Governance and Leadership
- Provide leadership and direction to clinical and administrative teams to promote exceptional patient care, patient satisfaction, physician engagement, and employee satisfaction.
- Develop and execute strategic plans, goals, and objectives aligned with organizational priorities and key performance indicators.
- Monitor organizational performance and implement corrective actions as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Promote a culture of safety through effective incident reporting, analysis, and prevention processes.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, licensure, and credentialing requirements.
- Evaluate patient, physician, and employee satisfaction and address opportunities for improvement.
- Drive quality outcomes, operational efficiency, staffing effectiveness, and surgical volume growth.
- Oversee daily operational and financial performance, resource utilization, and facility operations.
- Collaborate with physicians and organizational leadership to support growth and continuous improvement.
- Develop, mentor, and evaluate staff to support performance, accountability, and retention.
ADMINISTRATION – FINANCIAL
- Develop, monitor, and manage operating and capital budgets to achieve financial objectives.
- Oversee annual budgeting, reporting, and financial performance initiatives to maximize EBITDA. (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization)
- Manage contract negotiations, renewals, modifications, and terminations.
- Partner with corporate leadership and other surgery center administrators to optimize purchasing and vendor relationships.
ADMINISTRATION – HUMAN RESOURCES
- Foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace culture that promotes communication, engagement, and professional growth.
- Oversee recruitment and staffing to ensure adequate clinical and administrative coverage.
- Support onboarding, training, competency validation, and ongoing staff development.
- Ensure compliance with all federal and state labor laws.
RIGHTS OF PATIENTS & QUALITY OF CARE
- Ensure patients are treated with dignity, respect, and consideration at all times.
- Partner with clinical leadership to monitor patient care, maintain clinical standards, and support environmental safety requirements.
QUALITY MANAGEMENT & IMPROVEMENT
- Support an integrated quality management program that incorporates peer review, performance improvement, and risk management.
- Promote continuous improvement, patient safety, and clinical excellence through organized quality initiatives.
CLINICAL RECORDS & HEALTH INFORMATION
- Ensure complete, accurate, secure, and compliant maintenance of patient medical records.
- Oversee medical record review processes to ensure timeliness and accuracy.
- Support the collection and analysis of clinical and operational data to drive decision-making and performance improvement.
FACILITIES & MANAGEMENT
- Ensure a safe, functional, and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
- Oversee hazardous materials management, emergency preparedness, equipment maintenance, and life safety programs.
- Support infection prevention initiatives and risk-reduction strategies throughout the facility.
MARKETING
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to develop and evaluate marketing initiatives.
- Support referral development and patient volume growth through strategic marketing efforts.
COMPETENCY
- Communication Proficiency
- Leadership
- Learning Orientation
- Ethical Conduct
- Collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Stress Management / Composure
- Customer / Client Focus
- Discretion
- Problem Solving / Analysis
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Directly supervise and support nursing staff and Registered Dental Assistants (RDAs).
- Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and competency validation of clinical personnel.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Ambulatory surgery center setting with routine interaction with patients, physicians, and clinical staff.
- Exposure to healthcare-related risks, including bloodborne pathogens, infectious diseases, and hazardous materials.
- Compliance with infection prevention, safety, and regulatory standards required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Ability to assess patient conditions through strong visual and auditory acuity.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
- Ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Ability to lift and assist with patients, equipment, and supplies, including occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds.
- Sufficient physical stamina to perform clinical and leadership responsibilities.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
- Occasional travel to other Surgery Center locations, meetings, training programs, or corporate events may be required.
POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS
- Full-time position.
- Day shift schedule, Monday through Friday.
- Additional hours may be required based on operational needs, staffing requirements, or organizational priorities.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program required.
- Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Minimum of two years of nursing experience, preferably in a surgical, perioperative, ambulatory surgery, or acute care setting.
- Knowledge and understanding of the nursing process, including patient assessment, care planning, implementation of care, and evaluation of patient outcomes.
- Ability to apply clinical judgment and evidence-based practices to deliver safe, effective, and compassionate patient care.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
PREFERRED
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
- Previous experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), perioperative setting, operating room (OR), post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), or ambulatory surgery center (ASC) strongly preferred.
- Working knowledge of preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative nursing practices, clinical protocols, and facility policies and procedures.
- Previous experience as a Director of Nursing (DON), Nurse Manager, Clinical Manager, or other healthcare leadership role within an ambulatory surgery center, surgical services, or acute care setting preferred.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare regulatory and accreditation standards, including CMS, Department of Health (DOH), OSHA, AORN, and AAAHC requirements.
BENEFITS
- Comprehensive health insurance, including Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Health Savings Accounts (HSA), disability coverage, and additional voluntary benefit options.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
- Eligible for a performance-based bonus program, rewarding individual and organizational achievement.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Blue Cloud is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Blue Cloud is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. Applicants who require assistance or accommodation may request support during the application process.
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