The Assistant Nurse Manager of Ambulatory Surgery Center will have the responsibility of working alongside current Nurse Manager to ensure the staff is complicit with the various surgical procedures, regulations, and safety practices.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• Demonstrates clinical knowledge of an ambulatory surgery center and has the ability to perform all nursing duties in accordance to the State of Georgia law requirements.
• Participates in the hiring process and is responsible for development, evaluation and ongoing management of assigned direct reports.
• Supports the delivery of quality patient care by holding staff accountable to established patient care and regulatory standards according to AAAHC guidelines.
• Interprets policies and procedure to nursing staff and patients/families.
• Makes changes in clinical assignments based on patient care needs and demonstrated staff competencies.
• Pursues continuous learning to gain additional knowledge in area of clinical specialty.
• Exercises problem solving skills to optimize patient flow while maintaining quality patient care.
• Supports current Nurse Manager with administrative responsibilities and surveying requirements.
• Proactive in compliance and state survey regulations.
• Understands established budget and adjusts resource utilization to minimize variances with Nurse Manager.
• Other assigned tasks and responsibilities as required by law and/or administration/physicians.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certified Registered Nurse licensure in state of Georgia, BSN Required.
• CNOR preferred.
• Five years nursing experience required, Operating Room experience preferred.
• Management and / or supervisory experience required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certification required.

1. Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
2. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities with ease.
3. Ability to read, analyze and interpret general technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
4. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
5. Ability to work effectively present information and respond to questions from governing board and physicians.
6. Proficient in Microsoft office, specifically Word and Excel.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium):

20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS:

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.