Nurse Manager of Surgical Services

Community Health Systems•Knoxville, TN

30d

About The Position

This is for a full time Nurse Manager position within Perioperative Services at Turkey Creek Medical Center located in Knoxville, TN. Benefits include Medical, Dental & Vision insurance in addition to 401k, tuition reimbursement and more. Job Summary The Manager, Nursing Services oversees nursing staff and daily operations to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care. This role involves coordinating clinical and administrative functions, developing and implementing nursing policies, and fostering staff development to achieve optimal outcomes. The Manager ensures compliance with healthcare regulations, promotes a positive work environment, and supports organizational goals through effective leadership and collaboration. Essential Functions Oversees daily operations of nursing services, ensuring that patient care is delivered in accordance with established standards and regulatory requirements. Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and best practices to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and address clinical and operational challenges. Monitors and evaluates patient care quality and safety, identifying and addressing issues promptly to maintain high standards. Conducts staff training, orientation, and performance evaluations, fostering professional growth and development. Manages departmental budgets and resources, ensuring efficient operations and alignment with organizational goals. Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, providing, and delegating care based on patient assessments and team capabilities. Maintains accurate and timely documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory guidelines. Delegates tasks and duties appropriately to members of the healthcare team, ensuring accountability and competence. Creates and maintains a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

Associate Degree In Nursing required
2-4 years of clinical nursing experience required
1-2 years of experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role preferred
Strong clinical knowledge and expertise in nursing care practices and operations.
Effective leadership and management skills, including the ability to mentor and motivate staff.
Proficiency in budget management, resource allocation, and operational planning.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, patients, and interdisciplinary teams.
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to address clinical and administrative challenges.
Familiarity with regulatory and accreditation requirements applicable to nursing services.
Commitment to fostering a positive work environment and maintaining high levels of employee and patient satisfaction.
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree or higher In Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field preferred
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Responsibilities

Oversees daily operations of nursing services, ensuring that patient care is delivered in accordance with established standards and regulatory requirements.
Develops and implements nursing policies, procedures, and best practices to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and address clinical and operational challenges.
Monitors and evaluates patient care quality and safety, identifying and addressing issues promptly to maintain high standards.
Conducts staff training, orientation, and performance evaluations, fostering professional growth and development.
Manages departmental budgets and resources, ensuring efficient operations and alignment with organizational goals.
Demonstrates responsible decision-making in planning, providing, and delegating care based on patient assessments and team capabilities.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation in compliance with organizational and regulatory guidelines.
Delegates tasks and duties appropriately to members of the healthcare team, ensuring accountability and competence.
Creates and maintains a safe, organized, and welcoming environment for patients, staff, and visitors.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.