NURSING SURG SVS MGR in Sandusky, Michigan at McKenzie Health System

Title: Surgical Services Manager – RN

Department: Nursing – Surgical Services

Status: Full Time Position. Requires weekend and holiday rotation.

Hours: Primarily Day Shift. Hours may be adjusted in response to workload demands. Low census may be utilized in accordance with hospital policy.

Job summary:

Manages and coordinates the clinical and other activities in the Surgical Services Department; is responsible for the direct and indirect total nursing care of patients in her/his department during a given period of time; is responsible for the direction and supervision of personnel assigned to her/him. Under the direction of the Director of Nursing Services, the Surgical Services Manager is responsible for planning, organizing and supervising the nursing care administered within his/her assigned shift; to meet patient care needs, and provide clients and physicians optimal service in a cost effective manner.

Qualifications/Position Requirements:

1. Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
2. Current Michigan Board of Nursing license as a Registered Nurse with required renewals
3. Previous experience in nursing leadership/supervision required.
4. A minimum of 1+ years of supervisory experience such as charge nurse, relief charge nurse, supervisor, relief supervisor or head nurse is desirable.
5. Knowledge of current trends and techniques in nursing.
6. BLS Certification required within 3 months of hire and recertification as required
7. ACLS, required within 1 year of hire and recertification as required
8. Basic Arrhythmia Course required.
9. 1-2 years Surgical nursing experience (Pre-Op, Post-Op, Endoscopy, Operative and Ambulatory case), required.
10. Knowledge of outpatient infusions/injections.
11. Knowledge of principals and practice of surgical asepsis as it applies to the surgical room as well as proper handling of tissue specimens, cultures and smears.
12. Knowledge of various steps of different operations to be able to anticipate surgeons' needs.
13. Good understanding of various instruments used for each type of operation and proper setup of surgical room.
14. Thorough knowledge of post anesthesia recovery care and endoscopy procedures.
15. Ability to establish effective working relationships and effective communication with peers, patients, families, physicians and all other support hospital & external personnel
16. Ability to function in a leadership position by serving as a resource person and assuming leadership role in emergency/crisis situation, delegating specific tasks to appropriately trained personnel.
17. Supports and contributes to the total hospital system by maintaining a hospital-wide perspective and serving on department/hospital committees.
18. Influence the direction of professional nursing practice by maintaining a positive perspective/attitude.
19. Demonstrates leadership and technical skills essential to job.
20. Demonstrates ability to handle multiple tasks in a stressful situation while maintaining composure and excellence in the delivery of nursing services.
21. Demonstrates appreciation and desire to be part of a health care team dedicated to providing the community and patients’ optimal care and excellent service.

Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

McKenzie Health System is an equal opportunity provider and employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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