Director of Surgical Services

Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics; Colfax (WA); Vor Ort; USD 121.000 - 172.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement options (403(b) & 457)

PTO plan

Zusammenfassung

Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics seeks a Director of Surgical Services to lead the perioperative program across Surgery, Prep/Recovery, Sterile Processing and GI procedures. You will supervise managers and promote alignment with organizational goals.

The role emphasizes policy development, budgeting, and long-term planning to maintain high patient care quality and staff development. Washington RN licensure and BSN with leadership experience are required.

Qualifikationen

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Washington.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
• 3+ years combined experience in OR and Prep/Recovery Services.
• 5+ years of clinical experience.
• 3+ years in leadership.
• CPR at the time of hire and maintained while employed.
• ACLS, PALS, and TNCC within six months of hire and maintained while employed.

Aufgaben

• Directs and ensures patient care follows nursing standards.
• Develops and maintains perioperative policies and budgets.
• Leads quality improvement and safety initiatives.
• Oversees Service Lines: Surgery, Prep/Recovery, Sterile Processing, GI procedures.

Kenntnisse

Leadership

RN

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing

Licensed RN in WA

Tools

CPR

ACLS

PALS

TNCC

Jobbeschreibung

Rewarding career. Competitive salary. Outstanding benefits.

Our Surgical Services department is growing! Are you an experienced nursing leader looking for a career supporting a great team as well as the ability to support new surgeons and surgical procedures? If you enjoy a dynamic work environment that promotes both patient-centered care and a community-focused atmosphere then we invite you to apply to join WHMC as our Director of Surgical Services!

The Director of Surgical Services is responsible for Directing perioperative services. The Director will supervise and manage the performance of assigned Managers and personnel and serves as the liaison with internal organizational leadership. The Director is also responsible for development and implementation of the continuum of care, policies and procedures in the perioperative services, and long-term strategic plans that have organization wide impact. The Director will perform all functions within the scope of their practice as needed.

OVERSIGHT

Service Line(s)

• Surgery
• Prep/Recovery
• Sterile Processing
• Gastroenterology Procedures

Positions(s)

• Manager of Surgery
• Manager of Prep/Recovery Services
• RNs
• Surgical Techs
• RN First Assist
• RN Prep/ Recovery Lead
• Service Coordinator

STANDARD EXPECTATIONS

• Creates a Positive Working Environment
  • Builds and maintains a positive atmosphere in line with organization mission, vision, values and standards of behavior.
  • Models organizational values and standards of behavior.
  • Accepts new responsibilities and challenges with a positive attitude.
  • Facilitates the resolution of difficult interpersonal situations.
  • Holds staff accountable to organizational policy.
  • Partners with other leaders to improve inter-department processes.
  • Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
  • Leads and/or participates in committees as assigned.
• Communicates Effectively
  • Builds relationships and works collaboratively with other leaders and staff.
  • Provides timely operational updates to supervisor.
  • Conducts routine meetings with staff and encourages an exchange of information.
  • Responds to communications in a timely manner.
• Operates Efficiently and Effectively
  • Develops and monitors department budgets.
  • Manages staff including hiring, scheduling, performance evaluation and following the disciplinary process.
  • Develops procedures and competencies for direct reports and ensures they are properly trained and educated.
  • Develops department policy.
  • Measures and monitors staff productivity.
  • Identifies and initiates department process improvements.
  • Procures or requests necessary resources to efficiently provide services.
  • Mentors and guides potential leaders.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
• Applies Critical and Strategic Principles
  • Assists in developing strategic objectives to help achieve organization’s vision.
  • Assists in developing and implementing major cost reduction efforts when needed.
  • Critically analyzes perspectives, alternatives, and potential impact when solving complex strategic and operational issues.
  • Assists in negotiating contracts to assure provision of services.

AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Clinical Oversight

• Recommends, develops, and implements policies and procedures for the Surgical Services Department.
• Directs and ensures the patient care delivered follows nursing standards of care in a manner that promotes positive outcomes, avoids harm to patients, and promotes health and healing.
• Maintains operational aspects of Surgical Services in collaboration with other service areas.
• Provides leadership and direction in accordance with organizational and departmental goals and objectives.
• Develops, justifies, and maintains a budget by monitoring patient revenues and operating expenses.
• Organizes patient care and ensures continuity of care based upon knowledge of patient needs.
• Participates in quality assessment and improvement including utilization and promotion of familiarization with quality improvement standards and programs.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Licensed as an RN in the State of Washington at the time of application.
• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing from an accredited school.
• 3+ years combined experience in OR and Prep/Recovery Services
• 5+ years of clinical experience
• 3 + years in leadership.
• CPR at the time of hire and maintained while employed.
• ACLS, PALS, and TNCC within six (6) months of hire and maintained while employed.

Preferred

• Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM).

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position is primarily worked in a clinical and office environment. This may include irregular working hours including weekends and on-call responsibilities. Travel to off-site locations for meetings, education and training may be required. The position will frequently require walking, lifting, reaching carrying, kneeling, bending, stooping, pushing and pulling of objects weighing up to 20lbs. The position will occasionally require the ability to lift, and carry, up to 50 pounds and push or pull over 50 pounds, as well as require bending, twisting, squatting, reaching, reaching overhead, sitting and standing frequently. Occasionally the position requires climbing, kneeling and crawling. The position requires continuous finger dexterity and fine manipulation. All basic life functions such as hearing, seeing, speaking, standing and walking are required.

The employee must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

If you are looking for a rewarding career with a great team, you’ll enjoy your career with us !

POSITION DETAILS

Hours per week:

40

Employee Status:

Regular Full Time

Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$121,000.00 - $172,000.00

Actual pay offered will vary based on years of experience.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Our benefit package includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement options (403(b) & 457). Medical insurance coverage begins on day one and is available to both full time and part time employees. Additionally, employees receive discounts on medical services provided by Whitman Hospital and Medical Clinics. Differentials apply for evening, night, and weekend shifts. Our unique PTO plan enables employees to increase their accrual with each year of service!