Nurse Manager Perioperative Services OR PACU

Overview

• Lead perioperative nursing services, ensuring optimal patient care and compliance with healthcare standards.
• Manage OR and PACU operations, fostering collaboration among healthcare teams.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for quality and efficiency in patient care.
• Support Magnet certification journey, enhancing professional nursing practices.
• Provide leadership in emergency preparedness and resource management.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards in nursing operations.
• Develop and implement patient safety and care delivery systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to achieve healthcare objectives.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Oversee daily operations of OR and PACU units, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Lead staff training, development, and succession planning initiatives.
• Implement evidence-based practices to enhance patient care quality.
• Monitor compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
• Facilitate collaboration among physicians, nurses, and healthcare providers.
• Develop and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Lead emergency preparedness and recovery planning for perioperative services.
• Drive strategic improvement projects to enhance operational efficiency.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; advanced certifications preferred.
• Minimum 4 years of leadership experience in perioperative nursing.
• Registered Nurse License and Basic Life Support certification required.
• Strong knowledge of patient safety, compliance, and healthcare quality standards.
• Proficiency in change management and business process improvement.
• Experience in Magnet certification processes and multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.