Director; RN Surgical Services

Director (RN) Surgical Services - $15,000 Sign-On Bonus

Job Category:
Nursing

Requisition Number: DIREC
035779

Full-Time

Locations:

Big Bend Regional Medical Center
2600 N Highway 118, Alpine, TX 79830, USA

A large community medical provider serving the Big Bend region of Texas. We provide emergency, laboratory, women’s and surgical services.

Position Details:
Full-Time Position
Monday - Friday
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus with an 24 Month Commitment
Relocation Assistance

Job Summary:

• Maintain oversight of the daily operations of the surgical services department regarding staffing, performance improvement and scheduling
• Ensure safe and effective nursing care to all patients utilizing care in the surgical services department
• Perform duties for the surgical patient in accordance with Nursing Standards of Care and AORN Standards and will implement and evaluate that care utilizing the Nursing Process
• Organize and oversee the operating room during the surgical procedure by maintaining surgical records, assisting anesthesia as needed, keeping the patient’s family informed of the patient’s condition, assuring patient’s safety and comfort, assisting scrub team in maintaining sterile field, controlling and maintaining equipment and supplies
• Function as a member of the surgical team linking sterile and non-sterile fields
• Assure the plan of care is carried out in a safe environment through performance and supervision of subordinate personnel
• Responsible for the direction and supervision of the assigned personnel within their department

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Must have an RN license to practice professional nursing in the state of Texas
• Rural healthcare leadership experience preferred
• Intimate knowledge of both departmental and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of patient care
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative team
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and flexible scheduling options

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