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(Archived) Surgical RN ServicesService Line Director - Brand New Hospital - In Sunny Western Colorado
Job Description
Position Description
Serves as the department leader for all Surgical Services at Community Hospital.
Given broad guidance and direction and is expected to function with initiative and independent judgment to improve all clinical and operational outcomes. As a leader, will participate in the activities of the department and will train and supervise direct reports, personnel, direct departmental activities;
- Create and guide the development, interpretation and application of departmental policies, budgets, and short, medium, and long term strategic goals
- Monitors all services provided by outside contractors and vendors
- Help reduce costs and improve efficiency
- Strategize operational growth and development of all areas within surgical services department
- Performs administrative duties of supervision within the department.
- Responsible for departmental quality assurance consistent with organizational policies and procedures.
- Participates actively in the goal of driving for excellence in all patient outcomes.
- Perform other duties as needed
Education and Experience:
Master’s Degree in Nursing (or doctoral degree in nursing) with a minimum of at least five (5) years of experience as a Surgical Services Nursing Director required
Required Licenses and Certifications:
- Current and unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Colorado
- Current BLS
- ACLS (required within 6 months of hire)
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) preferred
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