Supervisor-PreSurgical Testing

Catholic Health•Bay Shore, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical and operational leadership for the Pre-Surgical Testing NP team while maintaining direct patient care responsibilities. The Supervisor ensures patients receive timely and comprehensive pre-surgical evaluations and are appropriately prepared for surgery. Works collaboratively with physicians, anesthesia, nursing, and other healthcare providers to support quality, safety, and efficient patient care.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in a Nurse Practitioner Program required.
National Board Certification in specialty area required.
Current New York State Nurse Practitioner license required.
Current New York State Registered Professional Nurse license required.
Current ACLS and BLS certifications required.
Strong clinical assessment, communication, organizational, and leadership skills required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in pre-surgical testing, perioperative care, acute care, or a related clinical setting preferred.
Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides day-to-day clinical supervision, leadership, and support to the Pre-Surgical Testing NP team.
Performs comprehensive patient histories and physical examinations.
Develops, documents, and communicates plans of care and ensures appropriate follow-up.
Orders and interprets laboratory work, medications, and diagnostic testing within scope of practice.
Completes medication reconciliation, skin attestation, VTE documentation, and other required clinical documentation.
Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiology, attending physicians, nursing staff, and other healthcare providers to ensure patients are appropriately evaluated and prepared for surgery.
Identifies abnormal findings or concerns requiring additional medical evaluation and facilitates appropriate follow-up.
Provides patients with pre-operative and post-discharge education and instructions.
Supports staff orientation, training, competency development, and ongoing clinical education.
Provides clinical guidance, feedback, and support to NP staff and assists with performance management as needed.
Monitors daily workflow, staffing, and patient volume to promote timely completion of pre-surgical evaluations.
Promotes compliance with hospital policies, clinical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Participates in quality improvement, performance improvement, research, and educational initiatives.
Serves as a liaison between the Pre-Surgical Testing NP team and hospital leadership.
Performs other related duties as required.