Director of Surgical Services

Job brief

We are currently seeking a Director of Surgical Services that Leads and facilitates the provision of excellent, safe, evidence-based, and efficient patient and family centered care throughout the continuum of care within Surgery and Perioperative Services. Works effectively and collaboratively with other patient care teams and providers.

Responsibilities

1. Ensures safe patient care in the perioperative arena by articulating, educating, and managing evidence-based patient safety practices completely and consistently.

2. Manages the business of perioperative services effectively and efficiently, as evidenced by:

a. Demonstrating proficient clinical skills and knowledge based on evidence and best practices.
b. Participating in the development of the annual operating budget and capital budget requests, clearly articulating anticipated needs
c. Monitoring and analyzing budget performance and productivity, making appropriate course corrections when variances arise.
d. Understanding and complying with labor laws and human resources philosophies, policies, and procedures
e. Demonstrating knowledge of and demonstrating continuous quality improvement within service areas
f. Demonstrating systems thinking and applying the big picture view across the organization
g. Demonstrating sound decision making and problem-solving skills
h. Applying use of technology effectively, including optimum use of the electronic medical record
i. Demonstrating strategic management skills, including project management, meeting defined timelines, and effective communication and presentation skills
3. Leads the caregiver team effectively, as evidenced by:
a. Demonstrating human resource leadership skills, including caregiver recruitment and on-boarding, development, coaching and mentoring, performance management (including performance evaluations), and succession planning
b. Demonstrating relationship management skills, including effective communication skills, self-awareness, understanding of team dynamics, conflict management
c. Understanding and implementing processes that support individuals in owning their professional practice
4. Demonstrates personal and professional accountability, as evidenced by:
a. Continuing personal and professional growth and development
b. Demonstrating ethical behavior and clinical practice
c. Collaborating effectively with other LCH teams and services to provide optimal, safe patient care.
5. Creates and maintains a healing environment in the perioperative services arena, as evidenced by:
a. Maintaining noise levels at the lowest possible levels
b. Keeping work areas uncluttered monitoring for cleanliness
c. Supporting the team to focus attention on the patient
d. Demonstrating professionalism, courtesy, compassion, and respect for others, and holding caregivers responsible for the same

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelors Degree (BSN) required
• Registered Nurse in North Carolina or Compact state is required
• Minimum 2 years as a supervisor for a surgical service line in an acute care hospital setting, within the last 5 years.
• Master's degree (MSN, MHA, etc) is preferred