Registered Nurse RN CVOR Operating Room Manager

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CVOR Operating Room Manager plans and provides clinical support to patients and staff, demonstrates clinical expertise in the assigned area, and provides leadership in clinical, financial, and personnel management. Banner Heart Hospital’s CVOR has six surgical suites, including an angio suite and a hybrid suite. CVOR staff support surgeons and anesthesiologists in caring for patients undergoing cardiac and vascular surgeries. The department works with sister facilities and may float staff to support their needs. The manager oversees unit operations and patient care, supports staff and physicians with clinical problem-solving, coordinates quality initiatives and process improvements, develops staff leadership and career advancement, and facilitates unit meetings and shared governance. The position also oversees hiring, onboarding, retention, coaching, evaluations, and corrective actions; assists with budgets and operational resource management; and supervises clinical staff. This is a full-time, day-shift position in Mesa, Arizona, scheduled Monday through Friday for five 8-hour shifts (40 hours per week). Weekend administrative on-call coverage is required and may include some weekend call. The CVOR must be available during off-hours, holidays, and weekends through on-call coverage. Compensation includes a flat rate of $5 per hour for call, a $3-per-hour weekend shift differential, and an 18% night shift differential when applicable. The opportunity includes the option to participate in health, financial, and security benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN); required for individuals entering the role effective February 1, 2016, and for internal transfers or promotions within six months.
Current RN license in the state of practice.
BLS certification.
At least 1–2 years of clinical experience relevant to the patient population.
Knowledge and skills in the specialty area.
Critical-thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills.
Ability to balance clinical skills with supervisory authority and consider the broader impact of decisions on the unit.
Ability to practice according to department and professional standards and quality requirements.
New Leader Experience certification within one year.
Employees in specified Banner behavioral health roles serving children must possess and maintain an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card; an Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
Additional certification or continuing education may be required depending on the area of practice.

Responsibilities

Oversee unit operations to support smooth, efficient patient care; ensure appropriate patient assignments to beds and staff; and round daily on patients and staff.
Manage the unit to promote patient and employee satisfaction, safety, and retention; provide clinical expertise and real-time support to staff and physicians in resolving patient, process, and family issues.
Coordinate quality initiatives and process improvements, and manage performance against metrics.
Develop staff leadership, communication, decision-making, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and engagement; support staff development and career advancement; and serve as a role model.
Facilitate unit meetings and shared governance and leadership efforts.
Manage staff selection, orientation, onboarding, and retention; provide coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities.
Assist with operational and capital budget development and manage daily resources, including staffing, supplies, and equipment, to support optimal productivity.
Supervise clinical unit staff and support management activities, including scheduling, time-card editing, budget issue research, and supply ordering.