Career Center

JOB DESCRIPTION:

OC ASC seeks a dynamic, patient-focused, self-starter to lead our clinical operations. This is an exciting opportunity for a licensed RN with a minimum of three years of ambulatory surgery center experience. In this leadership role, the selected candidate will have a direct impact on the stability, success, and growth of the center. From managing operations and staff to ensuring sound clinical and fiscal performance, this position affords numerous opportunities to positively impact the lives of patients, surgeons, and employees. The successful candidate will demonstrate superior clinical abilities, possess mature and professional communication acumen, and have advanced administrative skills. The ability to work effortlessly with doctors, surgeons, agency surveyors, vendors, patients, and staff is essential. Strong personal accountability and proven project management/coordination talents are indispensable.

• OCU Surgeons ASC
• Urology
• 2 ORs

COMPENSATION PACKAGE

Salary Range: $45-$65/hour, depending on experience

Per Diem to start, then Exclusive Employment once approved for deemed status. Employee agrees to devote his/her full time and attention to the business affairs of the center.

POSITION SUMMARY

Supervises daily clinical operations of the facility and manages the clinical and clerical staff in accordance with established Federal, State, and accreditation regulations and guidelines, as well as established policies and procedures. Oversees patient care activities in preoperative, postoperative, and intraoperative. Purchasing of required supplies, controlled drugs, and equipment. Responsible for staff development, orientation and staff discipline, and appraisals.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• Current CA RN license, BLS, and ACLS.
• Minimum three (3) years of ambulatory surgery clinical experience as a registered nurse
• One (1) year of administrative/management experience.

Preferred:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree

ESSENTIAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

1. Interpersonal: Excellent communication skills; oral, written, and presentation. Above-average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff members. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
2. Critical Thinking: Demonstrates accountability, skill, and knowledge to practice within scope of position responsibilities. Demonstrates an above-average ability to organize, prioritize, analyze, anticipate, interpret, evaluate, and problem solve to provide a safe, effective, and functional environment. Ability to direct the activities of the staff and manage the personnel.
3. Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in ambulatory surgery environment, preferably operating room, including direct patient care. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to effectively manage the activities and personnel in the facility. Knowledge of current nursing matters relating to healthcare management, including QAPI. Ability to utilize resources in an organized and effective manner.
4. Machines, Equipment, Work Aides: Standard operating room supplies and equipment. Computer, printer, copier, telephone, and fax.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• **Clinical Performance
  • Participates in patient care activities, adhering to the requirements of the Operating Room RN and/or the Preop/PACU RN job descriptions when providing direct patient care.
  • Establishes, implements, and evaluates quality and standards of patient care in conjunction with medical staff and clinical staff.
  • Develops patient care protocols, preoperative and postoperative assessment procedures, nursing policies and procedures, physician standing orders, and standard discharge instructions.
  • Evaluates nursing staff documentation and patient care through review of medical records.
    
    
• Management of Resources/Inventory
  • Schedules qualified staff to provide required coverage for patient care, adhering to applicable guidelines.
  • Establishes and oversees a system to ensure adequate supplies of controlled drugs, supplies, instrumentation, and equipment are available to meet patient needs 100% of the time, within budgetary constraints.
  • Coordinates appropriate use of human and material resources, being mindful of budgetary constraints.
  • Provides adequate staffing coverage 100% of the time.
  • Accurately verifies time worked through regular review of time and attendance records.
  • Assures worked FTE ratio is within approved budget or appropriate justification is provided.
  • Cancels staff appropriately according to established protocol when census is low in order to remain within budgetary limits.
  • Supply inventory is maintained within approved budget.
  • Oversees/coordinates obtaining and returning of borrowed/rented equipment and supplies in the most cost-effective and timely manner.
  • Ensures non-expired sterile packs and supplies are available 100% of the time for scheduled cases.
  • Ensures no missing or unaccounted for controlled substances 100% of the time, and controlled substances are accounted for in accordance with procedures established in conjunction with the pharmacy consultant.
  • Identifies the need for and appropriately confers with the administrative staff on resource management issues.
• Management of Facility/Staff
  • Actively participates in planning and designing policies and procedures in collaboration with appropriate staff members.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and stays within established guidelines.
  • Identifies work-related improvement opportunities and analyzes them to identify causes and find solutions.
  • Acts decisively to implement solutions to resolve critical issues or improve processes.
  • Communicates clear understanding of job responsibilities, task objectives, deadlines and performance expectations.
  • Disseminates relevant information about decisions, plans and activities to people who need it for job performance.
  • Shares up-to-date information on center activities and policy changes in a timely manner.
  • Evaluates the performance of individuals through timely completion of competency assessments and skill checks.
  • Listens attentively to others. Tries to understand the meaning of the communication of others, perceives their needs and interests.
  • Works in harmony with others as a team leader.
  • Regularly meets deadlines related to individual as well as team performance on projects/assignments.
  • Accepts full responsibility for his/her actions.
  • Observes scheduled hours of work and puts in extra hours when necessary.
  • Exhibits competence in staff selection.
  • Provides a clear description of duties and responsibilities to staff.
  • Provides department orientation to staff on an ongoing basis, including safety training.
  • Delegates tasks to qualified staff members.
  • Adheres to established policies and procedures and sets an example of appropriate behavior.
  • Discusses changes which directly affect individuals or general staff prior to change, encourages suggestions, and invites participation in decision making, incorporating the ideas and suggestions of others.
  • Allows staff to have substantial responsibility and discretion in carrying out work activities, handling problems, and making important decisions.
  • Provides coaching to facilitate an employee’s skill acquisition, professional development, and career advancement.
  • Facilitates the constructive resolution of conflict.
  • Encourages cooperation, teamwork, and job ownership.
  • Provides praise, recognition, and appreciation for effective performance, significant achievements, and special contributions. 
• **Fiscal Management
  • Assists in preparation of annual budget for Governing Body approval.
  • Actively participates in budget/financial problem-solving to promote fiscal responsibility.
  • Directs staff to regularly consider opportunities for revenue increases and expense decreases.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and strives to stay within established guidelines.
• Professional Development/Facility Promotion
  • Develops contacts with people who are a source of information and support.
  • Maintains contacts through periodic interactions, including visits, telephone calls, correspondence, seminars, and attendance at meetings and social events.
  • May participate in activities that promote a healthy community.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and professionalism with community and other organizational members.
  • Provides timely response and resolution to client complaints.
• Communication
  • Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly, and talks with others to clarify differences.
  • Utilizes translation services when needed.
  • Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their families, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.
• Quality
  • Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
  • Understands, verbalizes, and participates in the quality improvement process.
  • Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
  • Provides appropriate patient care across the age span.
  • Identifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Ability to Commute:

• Irvine, CA 92603 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

If interested, please send your resume to: Caroline Yacoub at cyacoub@urologymedical.com.

SUMMARY

Provides clinical and professional management while leading the nursing and surgical teams in coordinating multidisciplinary care of patients in ambulatory surgical centers. Manages the ambulatory surgical centers in a cost-efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Direct/Manage the clinic operations to ensure the corporate goals of service, associate engagement, and patient experience are accomplished while maintaining a culture that focuses on quality medical care.
• Direct, supervise, and coordinate the clinical functions and activities of the ambulatory surgical centers, including systems, budget, materials management, policies, practices, and innovations within nursing care.
• Contribute to and be supportive of ongoing professional and service developments at the ambulatory surgical centers.
• Provide a high level of professional and clinical leadership, demonstrating clinical competence and expertise in clinical nursing.
• Mentor and guide clinical staff in all aspects of operations, policies, procedures, and best practices. 
• Evaluate and manage the implementation of best practices to meet the needs of the ambulatory surgical centers.
• Ensure that each patient has daily individual and ongoing assessment of need, ensuring planning, implementation and evaluation of care.
• Create a learning environment by keeping updated with new developments in nursing, by supporting and encouraging open discussion with staff.
• Provide support and supervision to the front-line staff where appropriate in order to assist them in their role.
• Ensure compliance with legal and professional requirements in clinical practice and documentation.
• Ensure compliance of all staff with medication incident reporting procedures and facilitate learning of the same.
• Ensure that appropriate, accurate and concise records are maintained at all times (including staff mandatory training records, performance plans, time off request etc.
• Collaborate with ambulatory surgical center medical personnel and Chief Operations Officer in order to lead and implement change with reference to any national reforms relating to nursing practices, policies and procedures.
• Participate in regular and formal staff meetings to discuss operations, practice or clinic issues etc. 
• Lead in the development and implementation of evidence-based standards and guidelines for practice, participate in developing, implementing and regularly revising the Risk Management, Chart Audit and Quality Programs and other performance indicators.
• Maintain effective communication networks within the Surgical Center and other departments throughout the Ambulatory Surgical Centers and Clinic office.
• Ensure that all procedures are carried out in accordance with the Ambulatory Surgical Center’s policies, procedures, guidelines and other legal requirements.
• Play a lead role in maintaining a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to demonstrate excellent clinical judgement.
• Demonstrate skill in resource management (human and financial).
• Excellent people skills.
• Ability to motivate, cooperate with and work effectively with others.
• Ability to motivate self and others.
• Knowledge of the organization’s policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of fiscal management practices and clinical operations procedures.
• Knowledge of health care administration systems.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, standards and techniques of clinical nursing
• Knowledge of use and maintenance of clinical equipment within the assigned ambulatory surgical centers.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment for staff and a safe medical treatment environment for patients.
• Skill in completing and maintaining fiscal reports, productivity reports, peer review analyses and disciplinary action sessions.
• Ability to hire and train staff.
• Ability to lead staff in all nursing and surgical staff orientation, competencies, education and in-services.
• Ability to act as Safety Office and ensure ambulatory surgical staff are compliant and knowledgeable in Infection Control.
• Knowledge in Quality Improvement Projects.
• Skill in self-directed activity, multi-tasking, time management, planning and workload control.
• Skill in orientation and training.
• Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions.
• Skill in developing, documenting and maintaining medical quality assurance and quality control standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective communication and working relationships with all staff clinicians, patients, medical staff, clients and the general public.
• Detail orientation and organization.
• Ability to maintain dignity, privacy and respect for all patients

EDUCATION

• Current California Registered Nurse License with no restrictions to work in the State of California, MSN preferred.
• Candidate must be state licensed, the license must be in good standing, in order to provide patient care in their assigned center(s).

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum 5 years as a registered nurse.
• Minimum 3 years of Surgical Nurse experience, preferably ICU or surgical nurse, preferred spine/pain.
• Minimum 1 year of Ambulatory Surgical Center experience.
• Progressive leadership experience required, preferred DON experience.
• Must possess good mental and physical health to perform all job duties.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• AORN for Infection Control (preferred)
• Current ACLS, and BLS

If interested, please send your resume to hr@apmgca.com.