RN ASC Manager PACU Everett

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Under minimal supervision, is responsible for the administration and supervision of personnel in assigned area (OR, Endoscopy/GI Lab, or POC/POH/PACU). This position is accountable to the Director, ASC (Ambulatory Surgical Centers) for coordination of all nursing care given and all related supporting services. Is a responsible resource for the allocation and completion of assigned functions in the daily operation of the ASC(s).

Interprets Clinic and departmental philosophy, objectives, policy and procedures and facilitates effective communication with the ASC team to provide optimal patient experience.

• Department Management
  • Oversees delivery of services in assigned area and actively works with all members of the department health care team to manage patient care
  • Ensures quality and safety of care and smooth patient flow within department
  • Collaborates with leadership and other business functions in enhancements to clinical care model and operational flow
  • Maintains materials, adequate supplies and equipment in assigned area
  • Maintains an environment of "survey readiness" in assigned area
• Staff Management
  • Provides regular performance feedback and conducts performance appraisals. Monitors recertification, skill development and performance of the staff. Directs the work of staff, including supervision, hiring, and terminations; determines staffing needs and ensures efficient utilization of staff
  • Participates in patient experience initiatives
  • Along with ASC Educator, oversees and evaluates orientation program of personnel
  • Communicates educational needs of personnel to Director, ASC and ASC Educator
  • Provides education opportunities to increase knowledge of personnel
  • Plans and participates in departmental staff meetings
• Policies and Procedures
  • Develops clinical policy and procedures, and trains to them, in conjunction with ASC Educator. Assists with development of protocols and other related written resource materials appropriate to the needs of the nursing manager’s areas of responsibility
  • Communicates, monitors and enforces compliance with policy and procedures in accordance with Standard Occupational Classification (SOC). Works with ASC Director on any non-compliance issues
  • Maintains current knowledge of the technological development in instrumentation and equipment
• Strategic Planning
  • Meets regularly with leadership
  • Assists in budget preparation and resolving variances
  • Duties listed below are integrated into all job functions:
    • All staff members are to promote a positive and productive work environment by acting maturely and responsibly, satisfactorily performing his or her job responsibilities and conducting themselves in a professional, courteous and respectful manner toward fellow employees, physicians and patients
    • Must relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: (a) get along with co-workers or peers without exhibiting behavioral extreme; (b) perform work activities requiring negotiating, instructing, supervising, persuading or speaking with others; and (c) respond openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from a supervisor
    • Performs all duties in a manner which promotes and supports the Core Values and Compact of The Everett Clinic
    • Integrates Lean principles, practices and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction
    • Frequently must follow written and oral instructions as well as complete routine tasks independently
    • Completes annual compliance training on…