Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
ABOUT US:
We aim to provide our patients with the best healthcare experience through innovation,
professionalism, and compassionate care. Our physicians and staff share our passion for
patient-centric care and are knowledgeable, skilled, and empathetic to our patients’ needs. We
continuously look for ways to improve our patients' experience through data analytics, patient
surveys, and feedback. Our commitment to patient care also includes investing in our employees
through continuing education and training.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Charge Nurse is responsible for nursing care and managing efficiency of the ambulatory surgery
center. Tasks include staff assignments and scheduling, performance evaluation of clinical staff,
ensuring patient’s needs are met in all situations, ensuring consistent, high quality of care
provided by nursing team. Oversees direct patient care needs and communicates appropriate
information to physicians, leadership, patients, family members, and personnel in all departments.
May have additional responsibilities as designated by the Clinical Manager including but not
limited to: serving on committees, participating in quality improvement audits and projects.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Monitors performance of clinical staff and ensures efficient function of the clinical department per guidance and direction provided by the Clinical Manager.• Staffing responsibilities include but are not limited to: new staff orientation, prepares staff schedule and assignments in accordance with center guidelines, adjust staffing plan as needed.• Collaborates with Clinical Manager to identify staff candidates, participates in interviews, and performance evaluations of nursing team.• Assists with the QAPI Program by inputting data such as log recording and incident report filing, assists with enforcing and monitoring QAPI indicators, coordinates quarterly drills with the Clinical Manager to educate and prepare staff.• Assists with medication distribution by performing daily counts and distribution of narcotics to the CRNA staff; ensures the Narcotics Logs are kept correct and accurate; serves as or delegates role of Pharmacy RN for the center.• Ensures highest level of quality care is provided to all patients.• Patient care responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating patient care activities with surgeons and CRNAs to provide continuity of patient care, enforces nursing practice standards and licensing/accreditation rules and regulations to provide quality patient care, responds to emergency situations and maintains competencies.• Ensures adherence to regulatory guidelines.• Works alongside center leadership to implement best practices and ensure safety in the workplace.• Acts as center leader/ point of contact in absence of Clinical Manager.• Uses problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships with team members.• Maintains required competencies.• Acts as a patient advocate and maintains privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information.• Completes all mandatory compliance training.• Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or an Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited
school of nursing required; Current registered nurse licensure in State of employment is required;
BLS / ACLS / PALS Certi?ed is required; CPAN, CAPA, and / or CNOR, preferred; Minimum of 3 years of
perioperative nursing experience in an ambulatory surgery center setting; Knowledge of regulatory
and accreditation standards.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Patient Experience—Understanding and anticipating the patient’s needs, actively striving to
exceed our patient's expectations, and providing ongoing education and communication.
Proactive—Keep others informed. Ask for help when needed and bring any challenges or concerns to
leadership.
• Analytical mind- capable of out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems.
• Professionalism- Displaying cautious, helpful, and ethical behavior. Maintaining composure even
under challenging circumstances.
• Excellent Communication Skills, both written and verbal. Focus on becoming an active listener to
understand the needs of co-workers and patients better.
• Drive for Results—Strives to improve the patient experience by committing to continuous
improvement and going above and beyond optimal outcomes.
• Focus on Efficiency – Utilizes technology, innovation, and process improvements to improve
efficiency and effectiveness continuously.
• Teamwork- Participates as a team member and establishes strong working relationships with
teammates and the organization.
• Celebrates Change- Receptive to new ideas and responds to changes with flexibility and
optimism.
• Forward-thinking attitude—Consider how your actions and behavior influence or affect others and
how this will impact your future growth in the company.
• Continues Learning and Improvement- Acknowledges own strengths and development needs and works
to strengthen capabilities.
OWNERSHIP SKILLS:
• Help foster a positive workplace environment that encourages accountability, collaboration, and
transparency.
• Self-awareness: understanding your learning style and personality traits. Focus on your
strengths rather than your weaknesses.
• Pride in one’s work by asking questions when needed, providing feedback, and completing job
tasks promptly.
• Aligning job responsibilities and projects with the company’s goal and mission.
• Pro-active measures in daily work that anticipate problems and develop solutions.
• Ask for clarification when needed. Work in an organized and structured environment to minimize
stress during busy workdays.
• Confidence in expressing ideas and solutions during meetings or projects. Openness to other
employees’ opinions and feedback.
• Establish performance goals and align personal interests and career aspirations with new tasks
and responsibilities.
• Offer solutions to problems rather than presenting issues.
• Ask for constructive feedback regarding job performance.
• Share responsibility for actively maintaining "workload items" for clinical and support
buckets.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT:
• Exerting up to twenty-?ve pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount frequently or
constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or ?ngers.
• Have close visual acuity to perform an activity, including viewing a computer terminal,
extensive reading, interpretation, etc.
• Must possess the physical, mental, and cognitive skills to complete essential tasks, including
learning, remembering, focusing, categorizing, and integrating information for comprehension,
problem-solving, and timely decision-making.
• Must be able to be stationary for prolonged periods.
COGNITIVE REQUIREMENT:
• Execute tasks independently.
• Learn and memorize tasks.
• Maintains concentration/focus on tasks.
• Perform tasks in a demanding environment requiring multi-tasking and prioritizing work.
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with large groups of people daily.
BENEFITS & PERKS:
Generous PTO allowance
Holiday Pay
Health, Dental & Vision
Life Insurance
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
401k with discretionary match
Uniform Allowance (clinic only)
Professional Development
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status,
protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.
Requirements: