Team Lead, Operating Room

Clearpoint Health Network Inc.•Winnipeg, MB

10h•Onsite

About The Position

Clearpoint Health Network (CHN) is a leading provider of independent surgical and multi-disciplinary medical centers across Canada. Maples Surgical Centre, a division of CHN, is an independent surgical and medical facility in Winnipeg, specializing in various surgical procedures. We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse - Operating Room or Licensed Practical Nurse - Operating Room to join our team as a Team Lead, Operating Room. This role operates Monday to Friday and reports to the Director of Operations. We are committed to providing high-quality patient care, reduced wait times, and a multidisciplinary approach to surgical services and consultations. Maples Surgical Centre is fully accredited and upholds the highest standards of patient care, safety, and accountability.

Requirements

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with Canadian governing body.
Operating Room experience.
Perioperative nursing certification is essential.
Understanding and compliance with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
Ability in providing clinical leadership and developing, in their professional staff, a willingness to engage in continuous clinical skill improvement.
Effective communication with all team members.
Ability to take ownership and accountability.
Ability to perform consistently in a highly organized, rapid moving, complex environment.
Collaborating within the expectations of a highly complex integrated team.
The ability to cope and effectively perform in stressful and/or emergent situations is essential.

Responsibilities

Maintains compliance with all company policies and procedures and with the mission and vision of CHN.
Operationally manages the perioperative services team members using evidence-based knowledge and prevailing standards.
Serves as the point person for physicians and staff in the operating room setting, navigating staff conflicts and issues. Acts as the primary communicator to and from the operating room regarding new procedures, surgeons, etc. Evaluates current practice through quality and performance improvement measures.
Collaborates with members of the perioperative team, PAR team, and non-clinical team members, attending various meetings and consistently working on OR efficiency and staff morale.
Manages resources within budget/contractual arrangements by assisting with slate reviews and planning, managing staffing budget and scheduling, coordination of special supplies, collaborating with stores on back orders, and assisting with medication stock management.
Undertakes quality assurance initiatives in partnership with the facility Manager and clinical resource nurse to ensure accreditation readiness by following and adhering to College standards, assisting in the development of orientation and support of new team members, and ensuring ongoing compliance of team members.
In collaboration with the facility Manager, develops strategies to improve clinical processes, optimize timeliness of care, and operating room efficiencies and utilization.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substances regulations. Documents patient care appropriately in the medical record. Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
Demonstrates reliability and dependability in scheduled shifts and all areas of clinical need.
Provides overall leadership and management of the operating rooms within Maples Surgical Centre.
Operates in accordance with the policies, values, standards, legal, and compliance objectives of the Centre and other independent bodies.
Requires full-time presence and active participation in surgical procedures, assisting the surgical team in ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Demonstrates exceptional focus, precision, and professionalism in all aspects of work within the operating room environment.
Utilizes strong communication and collaboration skills for effective coordination with other members of the surgical team.