Nursing Director Ambulatory Surgery Center—step into a leadership role at a premier Southern California ASC where an AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center in beautiful Santa Barbara delivers cutting-edge spine and pain management in a high-performing clinical environment that celebrates excellence and momentum ✨

The Director of Nursing – Ambulatory Surgery Center joins a mission-driven organization recognized for strong quality outcomes, low infection rates, and outstanding patient experience. Through evidence-based practice, shared governance, and real-time data analytics, this Director of Nursing – Ambulatory Surgery Center can directly influence safety metrics, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement within a respected outpatient surgical setting.

As a Clinical Director – Ambulatory Surgery Center, oversight spans a Same-Day Surgery Center, Surgical Care Center, and Minimally Invasive Surgery Center operating as an efficient Outpatient Surgical Facility. The AAAHC-accredited ambulatory surgery center focuses on advanced spine and pain management procedures supported by modern technology and streamlined perioperative workflows.

The Surgery Center Director of Nursing reports to the ASC Administrator and collaborates closely with the Medical Director and perioperative physician leaders. Supported by charge RNs, sterile processing leads, anesthesia partners, and business leadership, the Perioperative Services Director oversees pre-op, OR, and PACU operations while driving accreditation readiness, infection prevention, quality metrics, first-case start performance, turnover efficiency, staffing strategy, budgeting, supply chain oversight, and staff mentorship.

Located in West Coast — Southern California, the Outpatient Surgery Nursing Leader enjoys year-round sunshine, coastal living, hiking, vibrant arts, strong schools, diverse housing options, safe walkable neighborhoods, excellent healthcare access, and convenient airport connectivity. The region offers a balanced lifestyle with strong economic growth, outdoor recreation, and inspiring scenery—ideal for an Ambulatory Surgery Center Nurse Director to grow professionally and personally 🌴

Competitive compensation includes salary aligned with experience, leadership incentives, and a full benefits package with medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, CE support, certification incentives, and recognition programs. Connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter today to explore this ASC Nursing Operations Manager opportunity and advance your leadership journey 🚀