RN - Clinical Manager; Operating Room

Position: RN - Clinical Manager (Operating Room)

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency.

If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital has been caring for families since 1977. A 541-bed facility, Memorial Hermann Southwest utilizes state-of-the-art technology and a team of highly trained affiliated physicians to offer high-quality care close to home. Memorial Hermann Southwest is a designated Comprehensive Stroke Center by The Joint Commission and serves the communities of southwest Houston, including Bellaire, Meyerland, the Galleria area, Missouri City, Sharpstown and beyond.

Memorial Hermann Southwest is part of the Memorial Hermann Health System, with over a century of caring for the families of the Greater Houston area.

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

At Memorial Hermann Southwest, we’ve been recognized for our nursing professionalism, teamwork and excellence in patient care by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s (ANCC) Magnet Recognition Program®.

This position is responsible for providing leadership to the department. Oversees daily operations, manages and develops departmental staff, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care. Utilizes the nursing process to ensure the delivery of quality care to patients.

Shift: Split/Evening Shift
Number of FTEs: 67

This position oversees evening, weekend and night shift staff which includes RN's, Techs, Coordinators and will be responsible for the neuro, plastics, ortho and ENT service lines.

Previous operating room and nursing leadership experience is preferred.
Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required or documented degree plan and timeframe to complete Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
• For clinical manager positions in Magnet-designated hospitals or hospitals in pursuit of Magnet designation, a minimum of a BSN is required at the time of hire or promotion

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing
• Certified in Basic Life Support
• Professional certification in clinical area or management preferred
• Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements

Experience / Knowledge /

Skills:

• Three (3) or more years experience in clinical area of practice; and
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in a supervisory or management role
• Clinical Manager II: additional two (2) years experience (3 years total) in supervisory or management job

Principal Accountabilities

• Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental calls, planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed.
• Collaborates with physicians, management team members, business partners, and customers to address strategic initiatives and organizational goals.
• Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes.
• Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, provides and ensures the highest level of service according to established service standards and optimizes the patient experience.
• Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing, recruits, retains, and develops staff, provides performance feedback, addresses issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely…