Supervisor Nursing RN - Endo

Summary

This position maintains responsibility and accountability for the quality of services provided to customers in the Ambulatory Surgery, Surgical Support Services, and Post Anesthesia care unit ( PACU). This position links nursing management to nursing care through the application of organizational policies and practices in concrete patient care situations.

Responsibilities

(50%)* Directs all patient care activity within the unit, including on-going evaluation, treatment, and discharge planning. Establishes patient care delivery goals and objectives that are consistent with the organization's mission. Also maintains the standards set by the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) and American Society of PeriAnesthesia Nurses (ASPAN). Provides direct patient care when needed and appropriate.

(20%)* Designs and conducts the Process Improvement and Standards of Care for the unit including establishing and writing policies and procedures for the unit.

(20%)* Works with families to ensure customer satisfaction, address complaints/concerns, and meet their individual needs.

(10%)* Determines and maintains the staffing and schedule patterns to provide 24 hour/day, 365 days/year coverage of the unit.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Responsible for hiring, disciplining and discharging employees within the unit according to medical center policy.

Performs coaching and counseling of employees within the area according to Medical Center policy.

Evaluates employee work performances and is responsible for annual performance appraisals.

Maintains and develops departmental policies and procedures assuring recommended standards are followed.

Plans, develops, implements, & evaluates educational programs for orientation, staff development, & continued growth of all employees within the department.

Maintains close working relationship with Surgical Services management team to achieve common goals.

Designs and conducts the Process Improvement and Standards of Care for the department.

Takes an active role in the regular nursing management meetings to influence the direction of nursing service.

Actively leads/participates in appropriate meetings.

Plans and develops new programs and facility renovation as appropriate.

Participates on or leads nursing service committees as appointed by the Director of Surgical Services.

Participates on medical staff committees as appropriate.

Assures compliance with regulatory agencies standards such as The Joint Commission (TJC), Centers for Medicare Services (CMS), the Michigan Department of Public Health (MDPH), etc.

Works with the Operating Room Supply/Purchasing Coordinator, Clinical Value Analysis Coordinator, & the Specialty Coordinators regarding the most cost effective, acquisition, utilization, & in use effectiveness of resources, equipment, & supplies.

Prepares the annual budget for capital and operating budget for sterile processing.

Tracks volume and productivity.

Monitors budgetary expenses through monthly reports.

Collaborates with physicians, all levels of nursing management and other departmental personnel in planning for coordinated services to the patient.

Certifications and Licensures

Credential: ACLS: Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Equivalent Experience: Within 1 month of hire or transfer

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: BLS: Basic Life Support

Qualification Source: AHA

Essential: true

Credential: RN: Registered Nurse

Equivalent Experience:

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: NIMS IS 100: NIMS IS 100 Introduction Incident Command System

Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer

Qualification Source

Essential: true

Credential: NIMS IS 700: NIMS IS 700 Introduction National Incident Mgt System

Credential: NIMS IS 200: NIMS IS 200 Basic Incident Command System Initial Response

Required Education

Education: BACH

Equivalent Experience:

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Information

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of clinical nursing skills as normally acquired through 2 years’ experience working in a Medical Center or similar setting.

Knowledge of day-to-day medical center operations.

Leadership skills needed to effectively direct a group.

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner.

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.

Physical Demand Level: Medium. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

Education: BACH

Equivalent Experience:

Education Specialization: NRG

Essential: true

Other Comments