CLINICAL SUPERVISOR/RN - OP/PACU (FT)

Cody Regional Health

  • Cody, WY
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
JOB TITLE: Clinical Supervisor - OP/PACUDEPARTMENT: Surgical ServicesREPORTS TO: Surgical Services DirectorJOB SUMMARYThe Clinical Supervisor will coordinate and direct the activities of staff in the Outpatient Services (OP)/PACU Department and collaborate with other hospital departments and teams to provide high-quality, cost-effective care. The Clinical Supervisor must maintain competence and be able to perform the job duties of an outpatient services, pre-op, post-op, PACU, and procedural sedation staff nurse.JOB REQUIREMENTSCurrent Wyoming licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. BSN preferred. National perioperative certification preferred.EXPERIENCEExperience in a charge position required. Minimum 5 years’ experience in an acute care setting, with additional experience in a critical care area preferred.SKILLS
  • The Supervisor must assume a leadership role and serve as an example to other employees.
  • Must possess a high degree of confidentiality of all matters with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
  • Must have knowledge of perioperative/post-anesthesia care nursing principles.
  • Knowledge of aseptic technique and infection control principles.
  • Able to perform effectively in highly stressful situations.
  • Must be well motivated, organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Must be able to interact effectively with a wide variety of people.
  • Must possess excellent communication skills.
  • Effective computer and keyboarding skills.
  • Must have ability to learn and use Microsoft Office Suite products including Word and Outlook.
  • Ability to learn new computer software applications.
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONSBLS, ACLS, and PALS required (AHA). TNCC certification required within 6 months of hire, or as class availability allows.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Develop policies and procedures applicable to Outpatient Services/PACU in conjunction with the Surgical Services Director and Chief Clinical Officer.
  • Make recommendations to Surgical Services Director for future development of the department and its facilities and equipment.
  • Establish work schedules for all OP/PACU employees. Make changes in the schedule as necessary for illness and emergencies. Alert Surgical Services Director to staff shortages or anticipated changes in staffing levels.
  • Ensure employee hours are correct in Time & Attendance system; correct missed punches and edit time as needed.
  • Assist staff with incident, accident and med error reporting, as necessary. Assist Surgical Services Director with follow up of incidents.
  • Supervise staff in documenting medications and nursing care in electronic medical record. Assure that nursing documentation in medical record is complete and accurate.
  • Supervise PATT nurse and assist in verification of chart prep and workflow prior to scheduled procedures.
  • Supervise OR Schedulers to include verification of proper scheduling of procedures. Assure that patients are scheduled in the correct status and that paperwork is complete.
  • Oversee daily staffing assignments and provide lunch relief for staff.
  • Assist in the hiring process of qualified personnel for the OP/PACU Department. Participate in and assist with interviewing of applicants and make recommendations for employment.
  • Assure that new employees receive adequate orientation, competency training, and maintain certifications related to OP/PACU.
  • Participate in the evaluation performance of the OP/PACU employees at intervals specified in the personnel policy, or as necessary. Assist in determining employee's professional goals and recommend ways to attain them. Take action in situations requiring disciplinary action.
  • Assist OP/PACU staff with keeping equipment clean and in good repair.
  • Collaborate with OR Clinical Supervisor to ensure procedures are scheduled and conducted appropriately.
SECONDARY FUNCTIONS
  • Perform job duties of OP/PACU Staff Nurse as outlined in job description.
  • Perform job duties of OR Scheduling tech as outlined in job description.
  • Function as Relief Surgical Services Director as needed, in collaboration with OR Clinical Supervisor.
  • Ensure inventory is maintained per set PAR levels. Collaborate with Surgical Services Materials Specialist to change PAR levels as needed.
  • Verify daily department tasks, monthly outdates and survey compliance checks are completed.
  • Assure that all rooms are kept clean, stocked and ready for use in OP/PACU.
  • Work with Surgical Services Director in developing a yearly budget, as requested.
  • Attend and participate in meetings, classes, committees, or workshops as requested by Surgical Services Director or Chief Clinical Officer.
  • Participate in community activities designed to promote CRH and community health and education, with approval of Surgical Services Director and/or Chief Clinical Officer.
  • Take responsibility for keeping own knowledge and skills up to date. Participate in in-service programs as both student and teacher. Attend workshops as possible and apply knowledge, as applicable, to nursing practice.
  • Assess education needs of OP/PACU staff and assist in planning, organizing and promoting programs to meet those needs, in collaboration with the Surgical Services Director.
  • Other duties as assigned by Surgical Services Director.

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