OR Supervisor

Surgery Partners, Inc

About The Position

The Operating Room Supervisor assumes leadership responsibilities for the clinical and non-clinical staff in the surgical area. This staff is inclusive of all Operating Room RN’s, OR Technicians and Central Processing Staff, including Endo Processing, and Minor Procedure Room team members. The OR Supervisor is responsible for the development and continual revisions of policies and procedures and/ or clinical practice guidelines used by the surgery center to guide and govern the care provided. He/she will have oversight for adherence to policies and procedures, accreditation standards, governmental regulations, and professional standards of care. This individual participates in management discussion with the identification of equipment and medical supply needs. Audits the Operating Room Schedule in a timely manner that permits adequate lead time to prepare for patients, staff and physician needs prior to the day of surgery. Coordinates with the physicians' offices and the surgery center scheduler as needed. Will report directly to the Clinical Director. This person is responsible for assisting with policy review and revisions, writing staff performance evaluations, assisting in quality assurance program development and collection of study data when needed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
Current License in the state
A minimum of 5 years' Operating Room Experience, preferably 2 years in an Ambulatory Setting
BLS required
Ability to read and interpret documents in English such as safety rules, fax scheduling forms, and policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively over the telephone, in writing, electronically and in person. Ability to prioritize and sequence tasks in accordance with daily requirements.
Ability to perform tasks simultaneously without adversely affecting the quality of work performance.
Knowledge of AORN's recommended standards of practice.
Ability to interpret all regulatory agencies requirements, i.e., AAAHC, Office of Health Facilities and Licensing and CMS, and develop policies and procedures reflective of their requirements. Responsible for education of staff regarding these requirements.

Nice To Haves

CNOR Certification preferred
ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

Provide guidance, support, and constructive feedback to the Perioperative team.
Implement nursing care plans tailored to patient/family needs.
Demonstrate ability to assess and problem solve.
Respond to emergencies.
Practice within legal and ethical guidelines (Nurse Practice Act, legal statutes, ANA code for Nurses, PRMC Policy and Procedures.