Opportunity Details

The client is seeking a Market Director of Perioperative Nursing to lead surgical services across Central Iowa. This leader will be responsible for overseeing Perioperative Services at multiple locations, including ORs, GI centers, and Ambulatory Surgery Centers. The role involves driving efficiency and process improvement initiatives, evaluating staffing structures, and focusing on strategic growth opportunities such as expanding service lines and enhancing the robotics program. Ideal candidates will have experience in change management, trauma care, and acute care settings.

Candidates for this position should have a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and active RN license, with a Master's degree preferred. CNOR certification is required, along with at least five years of leadership experience in a large OR setting. The role requires a hands-on leadership style and regular on-site presence at all campus locations. Des Moines offers a vibrant community with a dynamic downtown, top-rated schools, healthcare systems, and outdoor recreational opportunities. Residents can enjoy a variety of cultural attractions, festivals, and events throughout the year.

Established in , The client is Iowa's largest hospital, offering a full range of specialty services in downtown Des Moines. The medical center is part of the MercyOne Central Iowa region and employs over 7,000 staff and 1,500 providers. Services include trauma care, heart and vascular, maternity, cancer, neuroscience, orthopedics, and robotic surgery. The organization is a Level II Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, accredited by The Joint Commission. MercyOne Des Moines also hosts several ACGME-accredited residency and fellowship programs.