What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director Surgical Services position at Connections Healthcare Staffing?
Our client, a large hospital located about an hour from Charleston, WV, has a need for an experienced Director of Surgical Services to join their team. Candidates need to have prior management experience in OR, Endo, OPS, CSS and Recovery.
Position Summary:
- Assures provision of optimum quality patient care by serving as reference and resource person for the staff, patient and family.
- Coordinates patient care with other departments.
- Assumes 24 hour responsibility for units' activities and evaluates the effectiveness of the staff and unit performance.
- Assesses units, patients and staff
- Plans for meeting the needs of the patient, staff, physicians, and hospital
- Performs prompt management duties for units under their supervision
- Initiates self development mechanisms for professional growth
- Delivers direct patient care appropriate to age of patient served
Reports to: VP/Chief Nursing Officer
Minimum Education
Graduate from a School of Nursing / College Education Program. BSN or advanced education preferred.
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) to be obtained within 30 days
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) to be obtained within 6 months
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) to be obtained within 6 months
Required Licenses
Current licensure by the WV State Board of Nursing.
Minimum Work Experience
Five years of OR nursing experience to include a minimum of one year nursing management experience.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Educational assistance and tuition assistance for qualified applicants
- Professional development opportunities and CE assistance
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