Nurse Services Supervisor 2 - Operating Room - FT, Variable

University of California, Irvine•Orange, CA

About The Position

The Nurse Supervisor manages the daily delivery of patient care and the quality of nursing practice and standards of care in the Main Operating Room. The role ensures continuity and coordination of services by coordinating the overall surgery schedule, supervising and directing staff, facilitating responses to physician orders, and acquiring equipment and services. The supervisor serves as a role model and clinical resource to colleagues, staff, and patients. The role also involves reviewing data and developing effective control mechanisms to foster a safe patient-care environment.

Requirements

Strong customer service orientation and written and oral communication skills.
Ability to work independently and follow through with minimal direction.
Ability to lead by influence and authority, manage conflict, and negotiate successfully.
Ability to work variable shifts, including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Ability to problem-solve and think critically and creatively.
Ability to multitask, prioritize, and organize daily responsibilities.
Ability to manage staff and resources consistent with organizational goals, vision, and values; delegate and empower staff and build employee morale.
Five years of Operating Room experience, or two years of Operating Room experience plus additional experience as a service coordinator, charge nurse, or in another supervisory role.
Registered Nurse license.
Basic Life Support certification.
Certified Nurse Operating Room certification.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of Joint Commission and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated supervisory experience in an acute care setting.
ANCC-recognized RN certification uniquely applicable to this specific unit; general certifications such as WCC are not accepted for this requirement.

Responsibilities

Manage daily delivery of patient care in the Main Operating Room.
Oversee the quality of nursing practice and standards of care.
Coordinate the overall surgery schedule to ensure continuity and coordination of services.
Supervise and direct staff.
Facilitate responses to physician orders.
Acquire equipment and services.
Serve as a role model and clinical resource to colleagues, staff, and patients.
Review data and devise control mechanisms that support a safe patient-care environment.
Manage staff and resources in alignment with organizational goals, vision, and values; delegate and empower staff and support employee morale.