JOB TITLE: Nurse Manager, Pre/PACU

DEPARTMENT: Pre-Operative/ PACU

REPORTS TO: Executive Director / Associate Executive Director

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

POSITION SUMMARY

The Nurse Manager assists in daily function of the Pre-operative/ PACU area in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation standards, policies and procedures. Responsibilities include with interviewing, hiring and training new employees; planning, assigning, and directing clinical staff; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems both internal and external; insuring timely maintenance of equipment, in pre/post op. Assuring an adequate supply of inventory, and complete and accurate medical records.

PEFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Critical Thinking - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Demonstrates an above average ability to organize, prioritize, analyze, anticipate, interpret, evaluate.

• Communication Skills – Maintains effective professional relationships with patients, physicians and staff. Above average communication skills: oral, written, and presentation. Demonstrates a positive, friendly and courteous manner; Works with integrity and ethically.

• Teamwork / Delegation - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Makes self available to staff; Delegates work assignments; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Assists in the orientation and training of new employees.

• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Attends required meetings; Continually works to improve supervisory skills; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Follows instructions, responds to management direction.

• Skills/Knowledge/Dependability/ Attendance – Experience working as an RN in an Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC); Follows policies and procedures; Complies with reporting adverse incidents; Supports organization's goals and values; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Sets goals and objectives; Is, consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; uses equipment and materials according to manufacturer's instructions; Maintains and renews professional license in a timely

manner; Participates in SLESLC's QAPI and Infection Control Plan and encourages staff participation and compliance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/CERTIFICATES/LICENSES/ REGISTRATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Nursing preferred
• Current Michigan RN License, BCLS, and ACLS required
• Three (3) years' experience as a PACU nurse
• Leadership and PACU experience within the last five years
• Must be able to provide proof of identity and right to work in the United States

LANGUAGE SKILLS/COMPUTER SKILLS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Amkai Office, Amkai Charts Database software, Payroll systems and Microsoft Word/ Excel
• Printer, copier, telephone, and fax
• Knowledge of patient monitoring and emergency equipment

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee must be able to:

• Walk, stand and sit for prolonged periods of time
• Occasionally be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally be able to push up to an excess of 200 pounds
• Occasionally be able to pull/ lift patients with the assistance of other personnel and or assistive devices, up to an excess of 400-500 pounds
• Occasionally be able to bend, stoop, kneel and climb

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS

• Regular exposure to blood and body substances
• Exposure to needle sticks possible
• Blood Borne pathogen risk classification category #1
• Exposure to substances/chemicals i.e. alcohol, peroxide, bleach

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Works in well-lit and ventilated surroundings including pre-operative/ PACU areas, nurse's stations, procedure rooms, lounge, etc.
• May occasionally be exposed to outside environment

DUTIES INCLUDE

• Scheduling, supervision, guidance, and discipline of staff
• Physician relations and problem solving
• Coordinate with medical records to ensure compliance
• Employee health (staff, physicians, anesthesia)
• Medication inventory, narcotic logs, and controlled substance management
• Medical gasses
• Recall tracking
• Femtosecond laser
• Equipment maintenance
• Staff Education

If you need assistance with this application, please contact (636) 227-2600

Please do not contact the office directly – only resumes submitted through this website will be considered.

EyeCare Partners is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.