Clinical Nurse Manager - Perioperative - Surgical Services - Operating Room - Full Time

Clinical Nurse Manager - Perioperative

Who We Are:

Our operating room (OR) department is one of the largest and most active OR departments in the state, with an experienced staff providing comprehensive surgical care to our patients. We are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology and have dedicated teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other medical personnel who work together to deliver outstanding care. Our OR staff is committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a safe and comfortable environment.

About the Job:

Demonstrates 24-hour accountability for clinical, operational, human resources, and financial management of the department. Is accountable for the delivery of high-quality patient care in a work environment conducive to learning, professional growth, accountability, and autonomy.

What You’ll Do:

Clinical Management

• Ensure department functioning in accordance with regulatory agencies, state statutes, and practice standards, i.e., TJC, OSHA, CMS, HIPPA.
• Promote the use of evidence-based practice in planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical practice.
• Champion the values of the EHS Professional Practice Model and use Elliot’s nursing theory to guide all dimensions of nursing practice.
• Support the Elliot Health System policies and procedures for the delivery of safe patient care and collaborate in the review and revision of nursing departmental policies, procedures, protocols, guidelines, and standards of care.
• Collaborate with Resource Nurses, Clinical Nurse leaders, Patient Care Managers, Physicians and Staff to develop, implement, and monitor departmental educational programs.

Operations Management

• Foster participation in the development and implementation of annual departmental goals and objectives, which are consistent with those of Elliot Health System, and in collaboration with the Medical Director and other members of the health care team.
• Participate in the development of business and marketing plans.
• Ensure that the appropriate experience mix, and number of staff are available to meet the needs of the patient population.
• Collaborate on interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and evaluate quality management activities consistent with national benchmarking and public reporting.

Human Resources Management

• Champion Elliot Essentials: I Care, I Serve, I Inspire.
• In conjunction with the Human Resources Department, interview and select candidates for employment. With the support of the Director, initiate and approve personnel activities, including, but not limited to hiring, transferring, assigning, rewarding, disciplining, and terminating.
• Consistent with the principles of TeamSTEPPS, foster positive interdisciplinary communications and teamwork.
• In collaboration with the Resource Nurses, establish and communicate performance expectations and assist with the development of professional goals of each staff member. Monitor and evaluate staff performance. Conduct timely in-the-moment coaching and annual performance evaluations.
• Support the shared governance structure consistent with the principles of the ANCC Magnet Program. Delegate responsibility and accountability as evidenced by staff involvement and ownership in committees, projects, educational programs, and unit goals.
• Motivate and encourage participation in the Professional Nursing Advancement Program.
• Evaluate trends related to vacancy and turnover. Develops plans to address the needs of the department.

Financial Management

• Collaborate with the Director of Nursing Finance and Department director to prepare annual departmental budget, including projected census, revenues, staffing plans, operating expenses, and capital-related requests. Involves the staff and medical staff when possible.
• Manage FTE levels and productivity standards.
• Monitor and report monthly financials, identify variances, and recommend improvements.
• Monitor, approve, and submit complete and accurate payroll.

Professional Management

• Maintain and update knowledge and skills in leadership, management, and clinical specialty.
• Demonstrate active involvement in hospital and/or nursing committees.
• Represent Elliot Health System in professional and/or community organizations and boards.
• Maintain membership in a professional organization

Who You Are:

• A graduate of an accredited school of nursing is required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.  
• A minimum of three (3) years of recent clinical experience is required.
• Previous management or leadership experience preferred.  
• Current New Hampshire or multistate licensure as a Registered Nurse is required.
• Life Support authorization (BLS) required within six (6) months of hire.

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting on the 1st of the month following your start date.
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full-time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts