Nurse Manager of Outpatient Surgery

About the role

Maintains 24-hour responsibility for the supervision, coordination and evaluation of nursing care provided on the assigned unit. Coordinates and supervises the activities for the unit, which support the safe and efficient delivery of care. Assists the Director in the implementation of Performance Improvement activities, hospital policies/procedures, and in the financial management of the unit.

Responsibilities

• Staffing/Scheduling - Maintains 24-hour accountability for the direction, supervision, coordination and evaluation of activities and services of the assigned units. Works with Clinical Supervisor to develop monthly schedule for the unit complying with staffing plans. Reviews daily staffing schedule to assure adequate coverage for cases. Ensures Clinical Supervisors obtain additional staffing or cancel as needed. Monitors the use of agency, overtime, and bonus shifts and assures the use is necessary and appropriate.
• Interviewing/Hiring - Interviews and hires staff based upon budgeted positions. Maintains knowledge of position control and available requisitions. Assists the Director in maintaining a current position control and employee requisitions.
• Evaluation/Progressive Discipline - Performs at least 90% of all evaluations in a timely manner. Demonstrates the ability to identify clinical and performance related problems and takes appropriate actions. Provides constructive feedback and coaching for staff development. Performs progressive discipline according to hospital policy.
• Orientation/Competency Assessment/Staff Development - Schedules and oversees orientation of new staff. Assures all orientation documents are completed and filed at completion of orientation. Identifies educational/in-service needs of the staff and collaborates with the unit educator to provide appropriate educational opportunities. Assists the Director in reviewing and modifying competency requirements for the unit on an annual basis. Evaluates new equipment, procedures, and identified problem areas for competency requirements.
• Communication - Assists Clinical Supervisors with Planning and conducting bimonthly staff meetings. Regularly communicates information to staff members between staff meetings. Collaborates with peers to improve interdepartmental processes resulting in more efficient services. Clinical resource for the Nursing Unit.
• Leadership - Participates in hospital or departmental performance improvement activities. Serves as an advocate for nursing staff. Provides leadership and supervision necessary to assure a high standard of nursing care is provided on the unit. Establishes systems to promote an effective and efficient environment for the delivery of care. Identifies and responds to problems impacting the unit. Strives to improve satisfaction of patients, surgeons, and employees. Makes frequent rounds to determine any issues/concerns. Communicates regularly with surgeons to determine satisfaction of services. Participates in financial management of the assigned unit. Participates in financial planning/budgeting for the assigned unit.

Qualifications

• Education: BSN required.
• Licenses/Certifications: TX RN License or RN Compact State License, BLS from approved HCA vendor, ACLS from approved HCA vendor, PALS from approved HCA vendor.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience as a staff nurse in the operating room or other surgical area. Prior management experience preferred or demonstrated ability to serve in a leadership role. Cardiovascular experience a plus.

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.

Benefits

Medical City Arlington offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position is typically scheduled Monday through Friday, with some weekend coverage as needed.