Nursing Director, Surgical Services, Full Time, Exempt

1 month ago


San Luis Obispo, United States Adventist Health Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

LOCATION SUMMARY:

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Director of Surgical Services is accountable for the management and operation of Surgical Services which includes 7 surgical suites, PACU, and the Sterile Processing Department at Sierra Vista. The Director functions with initiative and appropriate independent judgment. The Director is responsible for the development of and maintenance of interdisciplinary relationships between all levels of departmental personnel. The Director’s performance and behavior shall be both reflective and supportive of the Mission Statement and Core Values of the hospital. The Director’s responsibilities include development, maintenance and coordination of departmental operations. The Director assures safe patient care and staff development. Other duties include but not limited to: developing policies and procedures, assuring quality control including managing the departmental operations and capital equipment budgets, the management and continuous maintenance of staffing and the development of personnel in the department. The Director is responsible for managing Continuous Quality Improvement activities, risk prevention of infection, and staff adherence to evidence-based nursing practice.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate with people at all age levels, able to maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, co-workers and physicians inter- and intra-departmentally. Possess active listening skills. Demonstrates knowledge of current nursing theory and practice. Compassionate, non-judgmental patient caregiver and advocate. Must be able to tolerate physically and mentally demanding work. Ability to set both short- and long-term goals and meet these goals; Analytical ability to identify opportunities for improvement and resolution. Teaching skills to promote optimum orientation and continuing staff education. The Director maintains knowledge of healthcare trends for both inpatient and outpatient populations and demonstrates the ability to apply this knowledge in clinical and administrative settings.

Education and Work Experience:

  • Bachelor's Degree: Required
  • Five years' Perioperative Services experience: Required
  • Three years' managerial experience: Required
  • Master's Degree: Preferred

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association: Required
  • Current RN licensure in the State of California: Required

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations, including, but not limited to, measles, mumps, flu (based on the seasonal availability of the flu vaccine typically during October-March each year), COVID-19 vaccine (required in CA, HI and OR) etc., as a condition of employment, and annually thereafter. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.




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