Director of Nursing - Middleburg Surgery Center

Job Description

Job Description:\n\nOVERVIEW: Responsible for directing, coordinating, and controlling the multi-disciplinary activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing surgical intervention. Also, responsible for the interpretation, direction, and evaluation of nursing practice to ensure safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective nursing care throughout the Center. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: · Responsible for recommending revisions/new policies, procedures, and staffing essential to the achievement of the Center’s objectives for Nursing. · Assists with the Center’s compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and with all appropriate review and accreditation agencies. · Establishes, maintains, and evaluates standards of nursing care within the Center in compliance with professional nursing standards. · Responsible for the recruitment, retention, evaluation, and supervision of nursing personnel. Approves and implements the Nursing Staff Schedule. · Responsible for storage and distribution of medical supplies and drugs within the center, including monitoring usage and adjusting inventories as appropriate. · Makes recommendations for medical supplies, drugs and equipment purchases based on the evaluation of new and/or improved products, in cooperation with the Medical Staff. · Responsible for all aspects of safety and infection control in the Center. As Infection Prevention Nurse, has the authority to implement changes necessary for Center safety and infection control. Responsible for overseeing Safety Surveillance by the Safety Officer that includes fire, security, hazardous substances, infection control, radiation and equipment safety, emergency preparedness, and utilities. · Maintains general nursing knowledge and can perform preoperative, perioperative, and postoperative nursing care. · Assumes administrative authority/responsibility of the Center in the absence of the Administrator. Delegate’s authority/responsibility to another qualified individual in his/her absence. · May represent the Center in community, state, and national activities. · Participates as an active member on assigned Center committees and attends Medical Staff Meetings. · Provides increased educational and technical opportunities for all CENTER staff members. · Assists with activities of CENTER contract personnel (i.e., laboratory, housekeeping, pharmacy) as it pertains to the clinical areas. · Performs other duties as may be appropriately required or assigned. · Supports the philosophy, goals, and objectives of the Organization. o Supports, and performs according to, approved policies and procedures. o Participate as a team member in support of the total perioperative process. o Considers patient rights in performance of job duties and responsibilities. · Contributes to the progress and development of the approved Quality Improvement Management Program. o Supports risk management and participates in programs directed to patient and staff safety. o Contributes to the quality improvement management process; identifies role and contributions upon request; participates in data collection activities in support of the Quality Improvement Management Program. o Objectively evaluates suggestions, grievances, and processes to identify opportunities to improve performance and quality of care. o Supports efforts to achieve full staff development and to identify staffing patterns and problems. · Communicate effectively with patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers. o Interactions are respectful and courteous. o Communicate effectively and professionally using a translator when necessary. o Documents that information received from the patient are disseminated to the appropriate people or departments. · Maintains and promotes professional competence through continuing education and other learning experiences. o Participate in committees, conferences, and quality improvement management activities. o Submits pertinent articles for review at staff meetings. o Seeking new learning experiences by accepting challenging opportunities and responsibilities. o Objectively evaluates suggestions or criticisms and attempts to improve performance or seeks further guidance, as needed. o Maintains membership in relevant professional organizations. o Attends and actively participates in meetings, committees, in-services, workshops, seminars, and conferences according to job responsibilities and CENTER requirements. o Organizes and participates in orientation and staff development programs to meet identified learning needs. o Assists with orientation and training of new personnel and acts as a resource person for patient care problems. · Adheres to safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities. o Reports observed or suspected violations, hazards, and noncompliance according to CENTER policy. o Observes safety measures in performance of job duties and responsibilities; enforces compliance with safety and security policies and procedures. o Responds to emergency situations with competence and composure. · Interacts appropriately with various age groups. o Accurately assesses and interprets age-specific patient data. o Accurately interprets age-specific patient responses to questions and instructions. o Involving the patient’s family/significant other in decision-making about the patient’s care. o Provides care appropriate to the patient’s age group. o Accurately applies knowledge of growth and development. o Considers age-specific patient requirements when responding to emergency situations. · Organizes time, equipment, supplies, and staff to provide effective case management (when needed). o Supervises and directs patient care in a single operating room. o Organizes nursing activities efficiently and effectively delegating activities appropriate to the abilities of available staff members. o Considers cost-containment by using supplies economically and in effective turnover time. o Assists with supply, drug, and equipment inventories to maintain stock level and availability. · Addresses patient needs during admission to the operating room with attention to requirements specific to the outpatient setting. o Monitors patients in and out of the operating room according to CENTER policy, safety requirements and patient needs. o Identifies the patient and correct surgical intervention according to CENTER policy and communicates with all surgical team members. o Reviews the patient’s medical records and needs to plan care with other health care team members. o Provides comfort and reassurance to the patient; maintains patient’s privacy and dignity. o Explain intraoperative phase, routine procedures, and care to the patient. · Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician. o Accurately comprehends and interprets verbal orders and direction. o Documents patient care records and other forms accurately according to CENTER policy. o Accurately advises others responsible for patient care about the patient’s status. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: · Manage and motivate staff (including hiring, firing, performance management and recognition duties). · Assess staffing needs, and recruit staff using methods such as newspaper advertisements or attendance at job fairs. · Train, direct and appraise staff. · Plans and organizes workload and staff assignments. · Issues written and oral instructions; assigns duties and examines work for exactness, neatness, and conformance to policies and procedures. COMPETENCIES - To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Intellectual · Synthesizes complex or diverse information. · Collects and researches data. · Uses intuition and experience to complement data. · Designs workflows and procedures. · Generate creative solutions. · Translate concepts and information into images. · Use feedback to modify designs. · Apply design principles. · Demonstrates attention to detail. · Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. · Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. · Develop alternative solutions. · Works well in group problem solving situations. · Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. · Develop project plans. · Coordinates projects. · Communicates changes and progress. · Completes projects on time and budget. · Manages project team activities. · Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. · Pursues training and development opportunities. · Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills. · Share expertise with others. Interpersonal · Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. · Responds promptly to customer needs. · Solicits customer feedback to improve service. · Responds to requests for service and assistance. · Meets commitments. · Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming. · Maintains confidentiality. · Listen to others without interrupting. · Keeps emotions under control. · Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things. · Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations. · Listens and gets clarification. · Responds well to questions. · Demonstrates group presentation skills. · Participate in meetings. · Balances team and individual responsibilities. · Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. · Gives and welcomes feedback. · Contributes to building a positive team spirit. · Puts success of team above own interests. · Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. · Supports everyone's efforts to succeed. · Recognizes accomplishments of other team members. · Write clearly and informatively. · Edit work for spelling and grammar. · Varies writing style to meet needs. · Presents numerical data effectively. · Able to read and interpret written information. Leadership · Develop workable implementation plans. · Communicate changes effectively. · Builds commitment and overcomes resistance. · Prepares and supports those affected by change. · Monitors transition and evaluate results. · Delegates work assignments. · Matches the responsibility to the person. · Gives authority to work independently. · Set expectations and monitor delegated activities. · Provides recognition for results. · Exhibits confidence in self and others. · Inspires and motivates others to perform well. · Effectively influences actions and opinions of others. · Inspires respect and trust. · Accept feedback from others. · Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. · Gives appropriate recognition to others. · Displays passion and optimism. · Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision. · Includes staff planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement. · Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities. · Makes self available to staff. · Provides regular performance feedback. · Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth. · Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external). · Fosters quality focus in others. · Improves processes, products, and services. · Continually works to improve supervisory skills. · Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. · Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. · Displays passion and optimism. · Inspires respect and trust. · Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision. · Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates. Organization · Understands business implications of decisions. · Displays orientation to profitability. · Demonstrates knowledge of the market and competition. · Aligns work with strategic goals. · Works within approved budget. · Develop and implement cost saving measures. · Contributes to profits and revenue. · Conserves organizational resources. · Demonstrate knowledge of EEO policy. · Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences. · Educates others on the value of diversity. · Promotes a harassment-free environment. · Build a diverse workforce. · Treats people with respect. · Keeps commitments. · Inspires the trust of others. · Works with integrity and ethically. · Upholds organizational values. · Follows policies and procedures. · Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time. · Supports organization's goals and values. · Benefits organization through outside activities. · Supports affirmative action and respects diversity. · Develop strategies to achieve organizational goals. · Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses. · Analyzes market and competition. · Identifies external threats and opportunities. · Adapt strategy to changing conditions. Self Management · Adapts to changes in the work environment. · Manages competing demands. · Changes approach or method to best fit the situation. · Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events. · Consistently at work and on time. · Ensure work responsibilities are covered when absent. · Arrives at meetings and appointments on time. · Follows instructions, responds to management direction. · Take responsibility for your own actions. · Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. · Completes tasks on time or notify appropriate person with an alternate plan. · Volunteers readily. · Undertakes self-development activities. · Seeks increased responsibilities. · Take independent actions and calculated risks. · Look for and takes advantage of opportunities. · Asks for and offers help when needed. · Displays original thinking and creativity. · Meets challenges with resourcefulness. · Generate suggestions for improving work. · Develop innovative approaches and ideas. · Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention. · Displays willingness to make decisions. · Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. · Supports and explains reasoning for decisions. · Includes appropriate people in the decision-making process. · Make timely decisions. · Sets and achieves challenging goals. · Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. · Measures self against standard of excellence. · Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals. · Prioritize and plans for work activities. · Use time efficiently. · Plans for additional resources. · Set goals and objectives. · Organize or schedules other people and their tasks. · Develops realistic action plans. · Approaches others in a tactful manner. · React well under pressure. · Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. · Accepts responsibility for own actions. · Follows through on commitments. · Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. · Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. · Apply feedback to improve performance. · Monitors own work to ensure quality. · Meets productivity standards. · Completes work in a timely manner. · Strives to increase productivity. · Works quickly.