RN - Director of Patient Care (Operating Room)

Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: South Houston
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary Founded in 1925, Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center (TMC) is the primary teaching hospital for the McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Memorial Hermann -TMC provides leading edge care in heart, neuroscience, orthopedics, women's health, general surgery, organ transplantation and much more. As one of only two certified Level I trauma centers in the Greater Houston area, the hospital provides 24/7 emergency and trauma Care. Memorial Hermann Life Flight provides emergency rescue within a 150 mile radius. The Director of Patient Care position is responsible for providing leadership, direction and support for the Operating Room at the Texas Medical Center, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients; and for planning, implementing, reviewing and controlling the budget, staffing, and robust process improvement. Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelors of Nursing degree from a n acc r e di t e d sc h ool of professional nu r sing required; Masters Degree preferred Licenses/Certifications: Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing Professional Certification in clinical area or management within one year of hire preferred Experience Knowledge / Skills : Five (5) y ea rs of pro g r e ss i ve c l i nic a l e x p e ri e n c e; see attached Table 1 for Direction I-IV leveling D e monstr a tes c om m i t ment to t he P a rtn e r s - in - C a ring pro c e ss by in t e g r a t i ng our c ul t u r e in all i nte r n a l a nd e x te r n a l custom e r int e r a c t i ons; d e l i v e rs on o u r b ra nd p r om i se of “ we a dv a n c e h ea l t h” throu g h innovation, a cc ountabil i t y , e mpow e rm e nt, collabo ra t i on, c ompassion and re sul t s while e nsuring one Memorial Hermann. Principal Accountabilities Directs the day-to-day operations for assigned patient care departments, maintaining 24/7 operational responsibility and directing clinical and non-clinical staff. Reviews and approves all new hires, establishes and controls standards for performance a ppr a isals; works with managers to identify sta f fing n ee ds a nd p r ovides for acc o r din g l y ; coordin a tes t r a in i ng n ee ds of sta f f with education d e p a rtme n t; r e mains a v a i l a ble, acce ss i ble a nd vis i ble to sta f f; r ec o g ni z e s sta f f ’ s ac hiev e ments a nd acc omp l ish m e nts a nd p r ovides on g oing f e e db ac k on p e r f o r man ce . Works with service line leaders and managers to establish departmental scope of service, goals and strategic plan for the department; stays up-to-date on new developments in the field and incorporates such in the department’s scope of service; reviews departmental policies, procedures, and systems; conducts appropriate department promotional activities and participates in hospital market activities. Monitors a nd dir ec ts a ll p a t i e nt ca re ac t i vi t ies. Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes. Ensu re s that r e v e nu e , e x p e nses, c ontribution ma r g in a nd F TE ’ s me e t or e x cee d bud g e t; pr e p a r e s and submi t s bud g e t a nd r e lat e d r e ports; fo reca sts a nd acc u ra tely p r oje c ts e x p e nses; t a k e s c o r r e c t i ve ac t i on to add re ss ne g a t i ve v a ri a n ce s; id e nt i fi e s and pro p oses ca pi t a l bud g e t i tems a ppro p ri a tel y . Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing requirements and standards. Performs other duties as assigned, within scope of practice and clinical competency. P romotes ph y sici a n input a nd c om m unic a t i on; includ e s medi ca l sta f f in planning n e w or r e vised pol i c ies, p r o ce dur e s a nd s e rvi ce s; provid e s r a pid r e sponse a nd follo w - up to medi ca l sta f f is s u e s/con ce rns; s ee ks n e w w a y s to en c our ag e n e w ph y sici a ns to ut i l iz e h ospital s e rvi ce s. Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. Other duties as assigned.

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