Lead Registered Nurse - Operating Room

Riverview Surgical Center Llc; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverview Surgical Center LLC is seeking a Lead Nurse to manage clinical operations in our ambulatory surgery center. You will report to the Director of Nursing and guide nursing staff across all clinical areas, ensuring smooth patient flow and high-quality care.

Requirements include an accredited RN degree, current state RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS. Extensive intraoperative supervisory and teaching experience within ambulatory settings is needed.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Current RN licensure in the state.
• BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Clinical and supervisory experience in intraoperative settings.
• Experience directing teaching and leading personnel.
• Experience in ambulatory surgery center operations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee clinical operations of the ambulatory surgery center.
• Coordinate staff scheduling and patient care in line with policies.
• Direct nursing staff across clinical areas and ensure infection control.
• Collaborate with leadership to improve quality and outcomes.

Skills

RN leadership

Intraoperative supervision

Staff development

Education

Registered Nurse degree (RN)

Job description

Riverview Surgical Center is a multi-specialty surgery center committed to excellence through innovation and compassionate care. Our facility is equipped with cutting-edge technology to support everything from general surgery to outpatient joint replacements in a comfortable, modern setting. Our team is defined by a culture of care, where nursing staff, surgeons, and administrative professionals collaborate to provide a seamless, hassle-free experience for our community. We are looking for dedicated individuals to grow with us in our mission to provide exceptional, compassionate healthcare.JOB SUMMARY:The Lead Nurse is under the direction of the Director of Nursing. The Lead Nurse is employed on a full-time basis with responsibility and authority to oversee clinical operational aspects of the ambulatory surgery center while reporting findings to the Director of Nursing. The Lead Nurse is also responsible for directing nursing staff in all clinical areas of the facility according to policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives.DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESIn addition to the duties and responsibilities of a staff Registered Nurse, the Lead Nurse will also have the following responsibilities:Adheres to and supports the mission, vision, values, goals, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of Riverview Surgical Center, LLC.Assesses the quality of care and communicates any concerns to the Director of Nursing.Assists the Director of Nursing with functions of staff scheduling, policy development, education, in-service and coordination of patient care as indicated.Demonstrated understanding of patient flow in the Intraoperative area. The Lead Nurse works in support of the scheduled cases and makes recommendations for changes to the schedule, plan of care, or staffing, as appropriate.Performs as a role model and team leader. Demonstrates leadership skills to delegate tasks to the team and assign responsibilities.Will be an active member of the entire department, with the ability to help in roles outside of surgical specific job duties if needed. Works in a collaborative manner with leaders and teams to achieve desired goals.Actively participates in data gathering, quality improvement and outcomes measurements as outlined in the QAPI Plan.Demonstrates awareness of infection control by always following established procedures.Communicates and interprets facilities standards, policies and procedures to staff members, patients and visitors; and promotes adherence to them.QUALIFICATIONS:In addition to the qualifications of a Staff Registered nurse, the Charge Nurse / Lead Nurse will possess the following qualifications:Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.State Licensure as Registered Nurse.Current BLS and ACLS.Clinical and supervisory experience in intraoperative setting.Experience in directing teaching and leading personnel.Applicable experience in Ambulatory Surgery Center operations.