Outpatient Surgery Director jobs in Connecticut

SUMMARY

The Director of Nursing of has responsibility and accountability for the effective implementation of the philosophy, goals, policies, and procedures of the ASC. The Director of Nursing is responsible for the clinical and administrative management including planning, organizing, and directing the operation. This position will establish policies, procedures and departmental objectives. In this role you will report directly to the facility administrator.

Reporting directly to this position are: Registered Nurses, Surgical Technicians, Medical Assistants, Secretaries and non-clinical staff, i.e. SPD and housekeeping.

Principal Accountabilities

• The delivery of patient centered, cost efficient, safe, quality care by adhering to evidence based practice
• Follows Nurse Practice Act, State of Connecticut Board of Nursing, accrediting and regulatory agency regulations regarding standards of care.
• Manages the daily staffing and flow of patients, including daily OR scheduling, add-on cases, etc.
• Professionally and courteously communicates with patient/family, physicians and staff, and outside agencies. Establish and collaborate effectively with patient/family and health care team.

Job Details

• Develops, implements, and maintains an operating plan for nursing care that supports the goals and objectives of the Surgery Center.
• Use sound management principles to organize, plan, coordinate and control the flow of patients, activities/services, personnel, and utilization of resources.
• Develops, monitors, and communicates staffing schedules, and makes daily adjustments as necessary.
• Responsible for preparation and oversight of the clinical staffing operating budget.
• Provides adequate levels of staff to ensure safe and effective nursing care.
• Resolves conflicts, mediates, and ensures compliance with policies by employees and physicians.
• Ensures that all physician orders are carried out appropriately and timely; works collaboratively with ancillary staff.
• Maintain standard operating policies and procedures manual.
• Keep written job descriptions for all personnel up to date.
• Establish and follow clinical practice guidelines based on best practices and evidence-based practices.
• Monitor education development and required competencies for the department clinical staff.
• Coordinate, implement and maintain quality assurance programs.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state accreditation guidelines.
• Promptly and accurately reports all significant events to the Administrator and Compliance Officer.
• Manages infection control program, helps establish, interpret, and implement standards of asepsis and infection control and monitors practice of all personnel concerned.
• Administers orientation training and development of all clinical staff to ensure that staff is competent to perform job duties and responsibilities.
• Ensures the availability of support services, supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care.
• Holds employees accountable for assigned responsibilities and individual goals and performance expectations through annual performance evaluations and timely documentation of performance.
• Works through HR and with Administrator to conduct interviews, recommend for hire, implement a progressive disciplinary process, and recommend terminations as needed.
• Meets/communicates regularly with the ASC Administrator to review and /or revise established goals and objectives.
• Assembles subject matter experts into teams to develop and update supply and equipment standards.
• Conducts monthly staff meetings and maintains minutes of proceedings.
• Performs additional functions and duties as assigned.

Interpersonal

• Consistently maintains open and positive communications with clinical personnel, Administrator, physicians, and all others.
• Strong patient-centered approach with emphasis on providing exemplary customer service.
• Maintains sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, and co-workers.

Essential Qualifications

• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive; a strong team player who thinks critically in a fast-paced environment.
• Current Connecticut license as Registered Nurse.
• Masters/ Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred but not required.
• At least 2 years nursing supervisory experience in ASC and PACU.
• At least 5 years critical care /surgery nursing experience.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Based on Experience

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Surgery

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Ambulatory Surgery Center: 2 years (Required)
• Management: 1 year (Required)