What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Surgical Services (Franklin, LA) position at Bayou Bend Health System?
The Director of Surgical Services directs and supervises functions and activities in the Surgery Department; implements and interprets policies, procedures, standards, and regulations for personnel, patients, medical staff and the public; ensures compliance with Joint Commission standards. Performs duties in any nursing capacity as needed.
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:
- The Director of Surgical Services reports directly to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO).
- The Director of Surgical Services works closely with the other Nursing Managers and members of the Administrative Team.
- Direct reports are clinical staff in the Surgical Services Departments.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Oversee development of Surgery Department goals and objectives.
- In collaboration with the CNO, oversees the department’s budgets and ensures that the departments operate within that budget.
- Prepares periodic reports for the CNO relating to departmental objectives and performances.
- Develops policies and procedures designed to ensure appropriate and cooperative functioning within the nursing department.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested
JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent education/experience.
- At least two (2) years of clinical experience in area of specialty with proven managerial skills.
- Valid Registered Nurse license in the state of Louisiana.
- Current BLS Certification upon hire.
- ACLS and PALS Certification within 9 months of hire.
- MOAB certification preferred.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of Bayou Bend Health System to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other regard as required by law.
This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.
This policy relates to recruitment, employment, placement, layoffs and recall, promotion/demotion, discipline, transfer, termination, rates of pay and/or all other forms of compensation, training and development, use of facilities, and participation in hospital sponsored activities.
Drug Testing
Bayou Bend Health System is an alcohol and drug free workplace. As a condition of employment all candidates must undergo and pass a post-offer drug screen. Failure to participate in the mandatory drug screen will void all offers of employment.
Department: 010 - SURGERY
This is a management position
This is a full time position
