Senior Director Surgical Services
Scotlandhealth, Laurinburg, NC, United States
**Department:**Scotland Memorial Hospital - Surgery Room**Status:**Full time**Shift:**1st (United States of America)**Schedule Details/Additional Information:**Experience:
Knowledge Of Healthcare Systems For Lean Process Improvement.
Certification / Licensure:
Current NC or Multi State RN Licensure**Job Description:**Leadership
1.Adheres to ANA Nursing Administrations professional standards and regulations and AORN guidelines for perioperative practice.
2.Accepts organizational accountability for services provided to recipients.
3.Selects employees and promotes development through performance evaluation, identification of mutual goals and educational opportunities that enhance and encourage continued professional growth.
4.Utilizes transformational leadership in partnership with employees to develop goals and objectives consistent with organizational mission and philosophy.
5.Assesses impact of plans and strategies to address such issues as ethnic, cultural and diversity changes in population, political and social influences, financial and economic issues, the aging of society and demographic trends, ethical issues related to health care and environmental influences on health.
6.Guides strategic planning within service lines and participates in strategic planning at the service line/facility and system level.
7.Works cooperatively with other disciplines, serving as a liaison with other departments for problem solving, relationship building, and execution. Assures effective communication occurs between disciplines, programs, and administration.Structure / Environment
1.Participates in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision-making involving staff, such as shared governance.
2.Utilizes knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, regulatory agency requirements, current nursing theory, research, practice, and principles of management to guide practice.
3.Coordinates nursing care with other healthcare disciplines and assists in integrating services across the continuum of health care.
4.Advocates for a work environment that minimizes work related illness and injury.
5.Understands and complies with state and federal laws concerning the health care services and practice they manage and complying with all facility regulations and policies.
6.Functions as a member of the Nursing Administrative team to accomplish the goals and objectives of the service lines as well as Scotland Health Care System.
7.Assures that resource allocations are based on identified needs and current nursing benchmarking measures
8.Assumes oversight for staffing and scheduling personnel considering scope of practice, competencies, patient needs, and complexity of care.
9.Participates in the strategic planning structures and processes with administration, medical staff, and clinical leaders.
10.Assures that appropriate two-way communication occurs with management and patient care staff related to service line operations.
11.Directs oversight functions responsible for compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and 3rd party payer regulations and standards.
12.Exhibits creativity and flexibility in current role which allows for easy transition to respond to emerging problems, changes in practice or demand in the health care market.Patient Experience and Quality
1.Promotes care delivery with respect for individual’s rights and preferences.
2.Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of health care.
3.Evaluates and mentors a family / patient centered care environment to involve a holistic approach to be across the continuum by involving patient / family in decision making and to evaluate the effectiveness of patient and family education and resources.
4.Uses a system-based approach to participate in the coordination of services and programs promoting integrated operations that evolves in response to rapid changes in health care.
5.Utilizes knowledge of Clinical Information Systems to facilitate process improvement and patient safety initiatives.
6.Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a professional practice model that meets or excels customer / client expectations by evaluation and assessment of patient satisfaction surveys and clinical outcome measures.
7.Demonstrates expertise in the planning implementation and evaluation of projects, services and policies and procedures to assure ongoing performance improvement.
8.Integrates evidence and research findings into practice.
9.Demonstrates respect for diversity in all interactions as reflected in such behaviors as cultural, ethnic and generational sensitivity.
10.Assures the development and implementation of an effective, ongoing program to measure, assess, and improve the quality of care, treatment, and services delivered.
11.Through collaboration leads and mentors a multidisciplinary work force which provides clinically competent efficient and compassionate care and services in a professionally ever-changing work environment.
12.Establishes and continuously improves communication transfers between clinical professionals as well as evaluating and nurturing the working relationships between physicians and nurses.
13.Reports any injuries or safety hazards, and takes corrective action as quickly as possible.Teammate Engagement
1.Participates in the recruitment, selection, and retention of personnel, including staff representative of the population diversity.
2.Leads the implementation and change created by units and service lines, based on AORN guidelines that encourage staff partnership in directing the delivery of care at the bedside and leading positive change within the organization.
3.Assures appropriate orientation for new staff and assists in evaluating staff development and progress.
4.Encourages staff members to attain education, credentialing, and continuing professional development.
5.Promotes shared accountability for professional practice.
6.Provides guidance and supervision of personnel, and evaluates performance in a fair and transparent manner.
7.Creates a supportive environment with sufficient resources for nursing research, scholarly inquiry and the generation of knowledge.
8.Encourages an open forum of communication with staff, allowing ample opportunities to discuss issues and seek guidance.Transformative Operations
1.Directs the fiscal oversight of allocated resources for current and future projections to insure efficient and effective utilization of business units. Responsible for the annual operating budget.
2.Demonstrates expertise in realigning staff and other resources to respond to service demands without compromising the overall clinical effectiveness of the care provided.
3.Demonstrates knowledge of daily operations of division. Provides status information to the Chief Nurse Executive as appropriate related to operations and problems.
4.Maintains current knowledge base related to reimbursement guidelines and strategies with goal of structuring business to provide for optimal reimbursement and maximum return on operation margin.
5.Supports organizational community service initiatives consistent with core values, goals, and objectives.
15%Job Standards
1.Develops and implements department goals, objectives, policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services for department operations. Motivates staff to accept and practice the policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
•Annually reviews & revises, as necessary, department policy manuals.
2.Responsible for all aspects of the management of the department including:
•Interviewing, selecting, orienting, evaluating, and terminating staff
•Planning for the professional development of staff
•Assisting in development and completion of annual goals
•Ensuring staff (and self) complete annual employee health requirements and annual mandatory education
•Recommends a sufficient number #J-18808-Ljbffr
Knowledge Of Healthcare Systems For Lean Process Improvement.
Certification / Licensure:
Current NC or Multi State RN Licensure**Job Description:**Leadership
1.Adheres to ANA Nursing Administrations professional standards and regulations and AORN guidelines for perioperative practice.
2.Accepts organizational accountability for services provided to recipients.
3.Selects employees and promotes development through performance evaluation, identification of mutual goals and educational opportunities that enhance and encourage continued professional growth.
4.Utilizes transformational leadership in partnership with employees to develop goals and objectives consistent with organizational mission and philosophy.
5.Assesses impact of plans and strategies to address such issues as ethnic, cultural and diversity changes in population, political and social influences, financial and economic issues, the aging of society and demographic trends, ethical issues related to health care and environmental influences on health.
6.Guides strategic planning within service lines and participates in strategic planning at the service line/facility and system level.
7.Works cooperatively with other disciplines, serving as a liaison with other departments for problem solving, relationship building, and execution. Assures effective communication occurs between disciplines, programs, and administration.Structure / Environment
1.Participates in nursing and organizational policy formulation and decision-making involving staff, such as shared governance.
2.Utilizes knowledge of Nurse Practice Act, regulatory agency requirements, current nursing theory, research, practice, and principles of management to guide practice.
3.Coordinates nursing care with other healthcare disciplines and assists in integrating services across the continuum of health care.
4.Advocates for a work environment that minimizes work related illness and injury.
5.Understands and complies with state and federal laws concerning the health care services and practice they manage and complying with all facility regulations and policies.
6.Functions as a member of the Nursing Administrative team to accomplish the goals and objectives of the service lines as well as Scotland Health Care System.
7.Assures that resource allocations are based on identified needs and current nursing benchmarking measures
8.Assumes oversight for staffing and scheduling personnel considering scope of practice, competencies, patient needs, and complexity of care.
9.Participates in the strategic planning structures and processes with administration, medical staff, and clinical leaders.
10.Assures that appropriate two-way communication occurs with management and patient care staff related to service line operations.
11.Directs oversight functions responsible for compliance with regulatory, accrediting, and 3rd party payer regulations and standards.
12.Exhibits creativity and flexibility in current role which allows for easy transition to respond to emerging problems, changes in practice or demand in the health care market.Patient Experience and Quality
1.Promotes care delivery with respect for individual’s rights and preferences.
2.Evaluates the quality and appropriateness of health care.
3.Evaluates and mentors a family / patient centered care environment to involve a holistic approach to be across the continuum by involving patient / family in decision making and to evaluate the effectiveness of patient and family education and resources.
4.Uses a system-based approach to participate in the coordination of services and programs promoting integrated operations that evolves in response to rapid changes in health care.
5.Utilizes knowledge of Clinical Information Systems to facilitate process improvement and patient safety initiatives.
6.Leads the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a professional practice model that meets or excels customer / client expectations by evaluation and assessment of patient satisfaction surveys and clinical outcome measures.
7.Demonstrates expertise in the planning implementation and evaluation of projects, services and policies and procedures to assure ongoing performance improvement.
8.Integrates evidence and research findings into practice.
9.Demonstrates respect for diversity in all interactions as reflected in such behaviors as cultural, ethnic and generational sensitivity.
10.Assures the development and implementation of an effective, ongoing program to measure, assess, and improve the quality of care, treatment, and services delivered.
11.Through collaboration leads and mentors a multidisciplinary work force which provides clinically competent efficient and compassionate care and services in a professionally ever-changing work environment.
12.Establishes and continuously improves communication transfers between clinical professionals as well as evaluating and nurturing the working relationships between physicians and nurses.
13.Reports any injuries or safety hazards, and takes corrective action as quickly as possible.Teammate Engagement
1.Participates in the recruitment, selection, and retention of personnel, including staff representative of the population diversity.
2.Leads the implementation and change created by units and service lines, based on AORN guidelines that encourage staff partnership in directing the delivery of care at the bedside and leading positive change within the organization.
3.Assures appropriate orientation for new staff and assists in evaluating staff development and progress.
4.Encourages staff members to attain education, credentialing, and continuing professional development.
5.Promotes shared accountability for professional practice.
6.Provides guidance and supervision of personnel, and evaluates performance in a fair and transparent manner.
7.Creates a supportive environment with sufficient resources for nursing research, scholarly inquiry and the generation of knowledge.
8.Encourages an open forum of communication with staff, allowing ample opportunities to discuss issues and seek guidance.Transformative Operations
1.Directs the fiscal oversight of allocated resources for current and future projections to insure efficient and effective utilization of business units. Responsible for the annual operating budget.
2.Demonstrates expertise in realigning staff and other resources to respond to service demands without compromising the overall clinical effectiveness of the care provided.
3.Demonstrates knowledge of daily operations of division. Provides status information to the Chief Nurse Executive as appropriate related to operations and problems.
4.Maintains current knowledge base related to reimbursement guidelines and strategies with goal of structuring business to provide for optimal reimbursement and maximum return on operation margin.
5.Supports organizational community service initiatives consistent with core values, goals, and objectives.
15%Job Standards
1.Develops and implements department goals, objectives, policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services for department operations. Motivates staff to accept and practice the policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
•Annually reviews & revises, as necessary, department policy manuals.
2.Responsible for all aspects of the management of the department including:
•Interviewing, selecting, orienting, evaluating, and terminating staff
•Planning for the professional development of staff
•Assisting in development and completion of annual goals
•Ensuring staff (and self) complete annual employee health requirements and annual mandatory education
•Recommends a sufficient number #J-18808-Ljbffr