RN - Clinical Manager (Perioperative Services)

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann is seeking a Clinical Manager II to oversee nursing operations in the Southeast Hospital system. The role leads daily department activities, ensures safe, patient-centered care, and drives staff development and interprofessional collaboration.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor of Nursing with active Texas licensure and BLS certification, with supervisory experience and a focus on quality improvement and Magnet-aligned practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing is required or documented plan with timeframe to complete the degree
• Current Texas nursing license or compact license to practice professional nursing
• Basic Life Support certification
• Clinical/managerial experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of the patient care department, including staffing and scheduling.
• Collaborate with physicians, management and staff to achieve organizational goals.
• Participate in program evaluation and process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient care in line with Memorial Hermann policies and budget constraints.
• Provide leadership, mentorship and performance feedback to department staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Scheduling

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Nursing

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

Welcoming both patients and their loved ones into the healing process is our philosophy of patient- and family-centered care. The present facility opened in 1986, though the hospital’s history of service to the community dates back to 1963. Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital has upheld its commitment to bringing you the best in health care, providing high-quality care with the latest technology, close to home.

Clinical oversight of the following areas: PreOp/PACU/Pre-Admit Testing

M-F (Variable Hours)

Total FTEs: 32-35

Total Number of PACU Beds: 24

Total Number of Pre/Op and Phase II bays: 22

(Supports 16 Operating Rooms)

Previous formal leadership experience in Perioperative Services (PACU, PreOp/ Pre-Admit Testing) is highly preferred.

Position responsible for providing leadership to the department – overseeing the daily operations – managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor ofNursing degree from an accredited school of professional nursing requiredor documented degree plan and timeframe to complete Bachelor ofNursing; For clinical manager positions in Magnet-designated hospitals or hospitals in pursuit of Magnet designation, a minimum of a Bachelors of Nursingis required at the time of hire or promotion

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Professional certification in clinical area or management preferred
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Threeor more (3+)years experience in clinical area of practice and minimum one(1)year experience in a supervisory or management role
• Clinical Manager II: Additional two (2) years experience (3 years total) in supervisory or management job

Principal Accountabilities

• Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental call; planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed.
• Collaborates with physicians, management team members, business partners, and customers to address strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes.
• 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.
• Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing; recruits, retains, and develops staff; provides performance feedback, addressing issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely effective manner.
• 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.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.