Local Contract Nurse Director RN - CVU - Cardiovascular Unit
Company: Lancesoft
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 7, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description LanceSoft is seeking a local contract nurse RN
CVU - Cardiovascular Unit Director for a local contract nursing job
in San Diego, California. Job Description & Requirements -
Specialty: CVU - Cardiovascular Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date:
02/25/2026 - Duration: 52 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8
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Description: Director of Nursing (DON) Location: California
Setting: Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Employment Type: Full?Time
Reports To: Administrator / CEO / Medical Director Position Summary
The Director of Nursing (DON) is responsible for the overall
clinical leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of
nursing services within the Ambulatory Surgery Center. The DON
ensures the delivery of high?quality, patient?centered care while
maintaining compliance with all California state, federal, and
accreditation standards (e.g., CMS, The Joint Commission, AAAHC).
Key ResponsibilitiesClinical & Nursing Leadership - Provide
leadership and oversight for all nursing staff, including Pre?Op,
PACU, OR, and Central Sterile Processing - Ensure nursing practices
align with evidence?based standards, patient safety goals, and ASC
best practices - Promote a culture of quality, safety,
accountability, and patient satisfaction - Collaborate with
physicians, anesthesia providers, and administrative leadership
Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance - Ensure compliance with:
- California Department of Public Health (CDPH) - CMS Conditions
for Coverage (CfCs) - Accreditation standards (AAAHC, Joint
Commission, or AAAASF) - Lead accreditation surveys, inspections,
and corrective action plans - Oversee infection prevention, quality
improvement, and risk management programs - Monitor clinical
outcomes, patient incidents, and adverse events Staff Management &
Development - Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate nursing staff
- Maintain appropriate staffing levels based on case volume and
acuity - Ensure staff competencies, licensure, and certifications
are current - Provide ongoing education, performance coaching, and
disciplinary actions as needed Operational Oversight - Develop and
implement nursing policies, procedures, and clinical protocols -
Oversee supply management, equipment readiness, and medication
management - Collaborate with leadership on budgeting and cost
control related to nursing operations - Support efficient patient
throughput and optimal ASC workflow Patient Care & Experience -
Ensure safe perioperative care from admission through discharge -
Address patient complaints and concerns related to clinical care -
Promote patient education and satisfaction initiatives Required
Qualifications - Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – State of
California - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) (required) -
Minimum 5 years of nursing experience, including: - At least 2–3
years in a leadership role (DON, Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse) -
Ambulatory Surgery Center or perioperative experience strongly
preferred - Current BLS and ACLS certification - Strong knowledge
of: - Perioperative nursing standards - California and federal
healthcare regulations - Accreditation and survey readiness
Preferred Qualifications - Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare
Administration, or related field - CNOR or other perioperative
nursing certifications - Experience leading accreditation surveys
(AAAHC, Joint Commission, AAAASF) - EMR/EHR experience (ASC
platforms preferred) Key Competencies - Clinical leadership and
decision?making - Regulatory and accreditation expertise - Staff
engagement and team building - Excellent communication and
problem?solving skills - High attention to detail and organization
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast?paced ASC
environment Work Environment - Ambulatory Surgical Care setting -
Standard weekday schedule; occasional extended hours as needed -
Minimal on?call responsibilities (varies by facility) About
LanceSoft Established in 2000, LanceSoft is a Certified MBE and
Woman-Owned organization. Lancesoft Inc. is one of the highest
rated companies in the industry. We have been recognized as one of
the Largest Staffing firms and ranked in the top 50 fastest Growing
Healthcare Staffing firms in 2022. Lancesoft offers short- and
long-term contracts, permanent placements, and travel opportunities
to credentialed and experienced professionals throughout the United
States. We pride ourselves on having industry leading benefits. We
understand the importance of partnering with an expert who values
your needs, which is why we’re 100% committed to finding you an
assignment that best matches your career and lifestyle goals. Our
team of experienced career specialists takes the time to understand
your needs and match you with the right job Lancesoft has been
chosen by Staffing Industry Analysts as one of the Best Staffing
Firms to Work for.LanceSoft specializes in providing Registered
Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, LPNs/LVNs, Social Workers, Medical
Assistants, and Certified Nursing Assistants to work in Acute Care
Centers, Skilled Nursing Facilities, Long-Term Care centers, Rehab
Facilities, Behavioral Health Centers, Drug & Alcohol Facilities,
Home Health & Community Health, Urgent Care Clinics, and many other
provider-based facilities. Benefits - Weekly pay - Medical
benefits
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