Director of Perioperative Services

Conway Medical Center • Conway, SC

269d

About The Position

The Director of Perioperative Services (D-PS) is responsible for overall functions of all clinical operations within the Perioperative units, including assigned specific programs and initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (BSN) in nursing required.
• Master's degree in nursing preferred, or within 2 years of hire.
• Five (5) years of Perioperative Services Management required, including Pre-op, Pacu, Intraop, Sterile Processing and Pre-admission testing in a 7 (or more) OR facility.
• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice required.
• Knowledge of program development and administration required.
• Current South Carolina (or compact state) licensure as RN (SCLLR) in good standing required.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• CNOR certification required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing Endoscopy, ASC and Cardiac Cath Lab preferred.
• Experience managing outpatient departments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight regarding nursing clinical practice including developing infrastructure and implementing effectiveness measures.
• Provide administrative direction to management staff within areas of responsibility including supporting plan development, priority-setting, decision-making, and professional development as well as hiring and performance management.
• Coordinate schedules, task assignments, and allocation of resources to ensure conformance with specified objectives and policies.
• Review and approve budgetary recommendations and prepare variance analyses of budgeted revenues and expenses.
• Lead change regarding quality of care and operational enhancements, including implementation and communication.
• Provide leadership of multiple departments including Pre-Admission testing, Operating Room, Pre-op, Post Recovery Room for procedural areas, and Sterile Processing.
• Oversee operations of the perioperative services department including financial and staff management for the unit.
• Develop community partnerships, contractual agreements and healthcare alliances that foster collaboration and alignment.
• Partner with physician leaders on development and management of access to care for all surgical services and practices across all sites.
• Assist the team in direct nursing services as needed during high volume times.
• Greet all patients and their accompanying family members when applicable and provide exemplary customer service.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues, physicians, department heads, and executive leadership.
• Utilize strong organizational skills and display effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Exercise independent judgement and remain calm and professional in all situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree