Brown University Health
Director of Perianesthesia Care Services
$139K–$278K
Rhode Island Hospital · Director · Full-time · Posted Aug 25, 2026
- Experience
- At least 5 years in healthcare leadership focused on perioperative services; experience overseeing multiple departments or clinical teams is preferred.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing and a master’s degree in nursing or a related field such as healthcare administration, or its equivalent. Internal candidates matriculated in a master’s program may be considered.
About the job
Leads the integration and operation of Pre-Admission Testing, Hold & Prep, and PACU services to improve perioperative care, patient flow, staff collaboration, and clinical outcomes.
What you'll do
- Direct and manage the combined departments, including staff development, daily staffing, and operational coordination.
- Develop standardized care pathways and coordinate patient transitions from pre-admission through post-operative recovery.
- Monitor performance and safety metrics, maintain regulatory and accreditation readiness, and lead operational improvements.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university and a master’s degree in nursing or a related field such as healthcare administration, or its equivalent; consideration for internal candidates matriculated in a master’s program.
- Registered Nurse licensure in Rhode Island or under the Nurse Licensure Compact; American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
- At least 5 years of healthcare leadership experience focused on perioperative services.
Nice to have
- Experience overseeing multiple departments or clinical teams in a perioperative setting.
- CNOR, CPAN, CAPA, NE-BC, CENP, or Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) certification.
Pay
$139,068.80-$278,158.40 (base salary; currency not stated)
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