Director of Nursing

Director of Nursing – Ambulatory Surgery Center

Full-Time | $100,000–$120,000/year | Monday–FridayLocation: Joliet, IL

About Pain & Spine Institute (PSI)

At Pain & Spine Institute, we’re redefining pain care by addressing its root causes to restore patients’ quality of life. Serving Northwest Indiana and the greater Chicago area, our expert physicians specialize in advanced interventional treatments — including diagnostic nerve blocks, spinal injections, neuromodulation, and regenerative therapies.The OpportunityHelp launch and lead our brand-new Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). You’ll build workflows, hire and develop staff, and establish a culture of safety and excellence.You’ll start by training in our Interventional Pain Clinic to learn our model and mission, then transition to full ASC leadership when the center opens later this year.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Culture

• Direct daily ASC operations and lead clinical and non-clinical teams.
• Foster a collaborative, patient-centered, safety-focused culture.

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with CMS, Joint Commission, and all regulatory standards.
• Lead Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Oversee infection control, radiation safety, and life safety programs.

Operations

• Manage scheduling, staffing, supply chain, and equipment.
• Monitor and improve satisfaction metrics for patients, staff, and physicians.
• Drive continuous improvement through data and feedback.

Training & Development

• Oversee onboarding, licensing, and continuing education.
• Conduct in-service training on safety, compliance, and ASC best practices.

You’ll Thrive If You..

• Have leadership experience in an ASC or surgical setting.
• Excel at building teams, systems, and processes from the ground up.
• Stay calm under pressure and lead with integrity.
• Are dedicated to safe, ethical, patient-first care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent clinical experience.
• Required: ACLS & BLS certifications.
• Preferred: ASC leadership, healthcare management, and/or Infection Prevention certification.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and EMR systems.
• Able to lift/push up to 25 lbs and assist with patient/equipment movement.

What we Offer

• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• HSA, Retirement Savings Program
• PTO + Paid Holidays
• Bonusly (peer recognition), DailyPay, EAP, LifeMart Discounts, Travel Assistance, and Health Management Tools

Why You’ll Love Working at PSI

• Lead a brand-new ASC launch.
• Collaborate with top physicians in a supportive, forward-thinking culture.
• Deliver care that transforms lives.
• Enjoy autonomy, growth, and meaningful impact.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?If you’re excited to build a high-impact surgical center and lead exceptional patient-focused care, apply today and help shape the future of pain care at Pain & Spine Institute.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

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