Director of Nursing - Ambulatory Surgery Center - FULL TIME

Director of Nursing

REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR/MEDICAL DIRECTOR

SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center has responsibility and accountability for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the ASC. The Director of Nursing is responsible for the clinical and administrative management including planning, organizing, and directing the operation. This position will establish policies, procedures and departmental objectives. In this role you will report directly to the facility administrator.

Reporting directly to this position are: Registered Nurses, Surgical Technicians, Secretaries and nonclinical staff, i.e. SPD and housekeeping.

Principal Accountabilities

· The delivery of patient centered, cost efficient, safe, quality care by adhering to evidence based practice

· Follows Nurse Practice Act, State of CT Board of Nursing, accrediting and regulatory agency regulations regarding standards of care.

· Manages the daily staffing and flow of patients, including daily OR scheduling, add-on cases, etc.

· Professionally and courteously communicates with patient/family, physicians and staff, and outside agencies. Establish and collaborate effectively with patient/family and health care team.

Job Details

· Develops, implements and maintains an operating plan for nursing care that supports the goals and objectives of the Connecticut Orthopaedic Surgery Center to include, but not limited to the following:

· Use sound management principles to organize, plan, coordinate and control the flow of patients, activities/services, personnel and utilization of resources.

· Develops, monitors and communicates staffing schedules, and makes daily adjustments as necessary.

· Responsible for preparation and oversight of the clinical staffing operating budget.

· Provides adequate levels of staff to ensure safe and effective nursing care.

· Resolves conflicts, mediates and ensures compliance with policies by employees and physicians.

· Ensures that all physician orders are carried out appropriately and timely; works collaboratively with ancillary staff.

· Maintain standard operating policies and procedures manual.

· Keep written job descriptions for all personnel up to date.

· Establish and follow clinical practice guidelines based on best practices and evidence-based practices.

· Monitor education development and required competencies for the department clinical staff.

· Coordinate, implement and maintain quality assurance programs.

· Ensure compliance with federal and state accreditation guidelines.

· Promptly and accurately reports all significant events to the Administrator and Compliance Officer.

· Manages infection control program, helps establish, interpret and implement standards of asepsis and infection control and monitors practice of all personnel concerned.

· Administers orientation training and development of all clinical staff to ensure that staff is competent to perform job duties and responsibilities.

· Ensures the availability of support services, supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care.

· Holds employees accountable for assigned responsibilities and individual goals and performance expectations through annual performance evaluations and timely documentation of performance.

· Works through HR and with Administrator to conduct interviews, recommend for hire, implement a progressive disciplinary process and recommend terminations as needed.

· Meets/communicates regularly with the ASC Administrator to review and /or revise established goals and objectives.

· Assembles subject matter experts into teams to develop and update supply and equipment standards.

· Conducts monthly staff meetings and maintains minutes of proceedings.

· Performs additional functions and duties as assigned.

Interpersonal

· Consistently maintains open and positive communications with clinical personnel, Administrator, physicians and all others.

· Strong patient-centered approach with emphasis on providing exemplary customer service.

· Maintains sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, and co-workers.

Essential Qualifications

· Meticulous attention to detail.

· Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.

· Self-motivated and proactive; a strong team player who thinks critically in a fast-paced environment.

· Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and preferably a Master’s in a clinical nursing specialty.

· Current license to practice nursing in Connecticut.

· At least 2 years nursing supervisory / leadership experience in OR or PACU.

· At least 5 years critical care / operating room / perioperative nursing experience.

· Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support.

· Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Perioperative care: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN license in the state of CT (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000