Director of Nursing

nvisioncenters· Clinical
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📍 San Diego, CA, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

NVISION® Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice®. We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Nursing to lead clinical operations within our Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of perioperative patient care, including pre-operative, intra-operative, post-anesthesia care (PACU), and sterile processing (SPD). The Director of Nursing will serve as both a clinical leader and operational partner ensuring high-quality patient outcomes, regulatory compliance, staff engagement, and overall efficiency of the center. This role also provides direct patient care when needed and collaborates closely with physicians, staff, and leadership to deliver an exceptional patient experience.

Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Patient Care
  • Oversee and coordinate all perioperative services (pre-op, intra-op, PACU, SPD)
  • Ensure the highest standards of patient care, safety, and clinical excellence
  • Provide direct patient care as needed across perioperative settings
  • Maintain strict confidentiality of patient data and medical records
  • Partner with physicians, patients, and families to support optimal care outcomes
Operations & Management
  • Lead daily operations of the surgery center, including staffing, workflow, and patient throughput
  • Supervise and mentor nursing and support staff
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets
  • Drive patient satisfaction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
  • Support marketing initiatives through high-quality service delivery and physician partnerships
Talent & Development
  • Recruit, hire, and onboard clinical staff
  • Provide ongoing training, coaching, and performance management
  • Implement new clinical procedures, policies, and best practices
  • Foster a collaborative, accountable, and patient-centered culture

Qualifications

Education & Licensure
  • Graduate of an accredited school, college, or university of Nursing
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing (State Board of Nursing)
Experience
  • Minimum 5+ years of nursing experience, in perioperative or ASC settings preferred
  • Prior leadership or supervisory experience required

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Min

USD $125,000.00/Yr.

Max

USD $145,000.00/Yr.

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This Director of Nursing role at nvisioncenters is based in San Diego, CA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Director of Nursing role at nvisioncenters full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Director of Nursing role in the Clinical department at nvisioncenters.
Which team or department does the Director of Nursing at nvisioncenters belong to?
This Director of Nursing position is part of the Clinical department at nvisioncenters. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Director of Nursing job at nvisioncenters posted?
This Director of Nursing position at nvisioncenters was posted on Aug 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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