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Respiratory Therapist - Russellville, AR

CompanyPurple Cow Recruiting
LocationLake Havasu City
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 19, 2026
About The Company
Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.
About the Role

Description

Director of Surgical Services RN | $10K Bonus
Full Time | Perioperative Leadership | Registered Nurse

Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN
Co-Founder & COO | Heartline Staffing
Call or Text: 272-230-3157
LinkedIn: View Elizabeth's LinkedIn
Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing, in partnership with Purple Cow Recruiting, is hiring a Director of Surgical Services (RN) for Havasu Regional Medical Center in Lake Havasu City, Arizona.

POSITION OVERVIEW
• Lead one of Arizona's busiest perioperative service lines with responsibility for 114 FTEs
• Oversee approximately 9,000 annual surgical cases and 2,000 endoscopic procedures across 10 active operating rooms
• Provide operational and clinical leadership for the Main OR, Ambulatory Surgery Center, Pre-Op, PACU, Preadmission Testing, Anesthesia Services, and CSPD
• Lead multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and sterile processing professionals
• Direct staffing, recruitment, scheduling, payroll, budgeting, regulatory compliance, contracts, and vendor relationships
• Drive evidence-based practice, patient safety, quality improvement, and professional staff development
• Join a collaborative leadership team focused on delivering exceptional surgical care and outstanding patient outcomes

COMPENSATION
• $146,900-$198,000 Annual Salary
• $10,000 Sign-On Bonus (3-Year Commitment)
• $5,000 Relocation Assistance

SCHEDULE
• Full-Time Leadership Position
• Monday-Friday Days
• Exempt Position
• Available for Staff Support When Needed

WHY NURSE LEADERS ARE APPLYING
• Executive surgical leadership opportunity
• Oversight of 114 FTEs and multiple perioperative departments
• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• $5,000 relocation assistance
• Comprehensive leadership responsibilities with strong executive support
• Excellent benefits and retirement package
• Career advancement within Lifepoint Health
• State-of-the-art regional medical center with advanced surgical specialties

BENEFITS
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance & Certification Support
• Wellness Programs & Employee Assistance

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) REQUIRED
• Active Arizona Registered Nurse License REQUIRED
• Minimum Five Years of Surgical Nursing Experience REQUIRED
• Minimum One Year of Surgical Leadership Experience REQUIRED
• Experience Managing Surgical Services Operations REQUIRED
• Strong Budgeting, Regulatory Compliance, and Staff Leadership Skills REQUIRED
• Master's Degree Preferred
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and CNOR Certifications Preferred

Not ready to formally apply? That's okay. Many nurse leaders prefer a confidential conversation first. Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157.

Heartline Staffing is a Strategic Talent Partner with Purple Cow Recruiting. Applications are securely processed through Purple Cow Recruiting's applicant tracking system.

Key Skills
Perioperative LeadershipClinical LeadershipBudgetingRegulatory ComplianceStaff RecruitmentSchedulingPayroll ManagementVendor RelationshipsPatient SafetyQuality ImprovementEvidence-Based PracticeStaff Development
Categories
HealthcareManagement & Leadership
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife Insurance401(k) Retirement Plan With Company MatchPaid Time OffTuition Assistance & Certification SupportWellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
Lead the perioperative service line, overseeing 114 FTEs and approximately 11,000 annual surgical and endoscopic procedures. Manage operational and clinical leadership across the Main OR, ASC, PACU, and other surgical support departments.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$146,900 - $198,000
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
15
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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