UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine
Unit Director - Ronald Reagan Main OR
UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Job ID: 25656
DescriptionUnder the general supervision of the Director, Nursing & Operations, Perioperative Services, the incumbent will work with the other leaders to develop strategies, plans and outcomes to best meet the needs of all stakeholders, including clinicians and staff. Standards and policies as well as Human Resources are available when guidance is indicated.
The unitDirector, Main Operating Room is responsible for the fiscal, human resources, clinical, materials management, and communication operations of the nursing/outpatient units. The Director, Main Operating Room’s professional role description is based on ANA’s Nursing Administration’s Scope of Standards and UCLA’s Nursing Professional Practice Model.
The Unit Director, Main Operating Room for RR Main OR oversees all aspects of operations. The incumbent shall support workflow optimization for staff and patients. The primary responsibilities include:
? Support creating capacity and volume of surgical cases
? Direct supervision for the clinical nurse leaders (AN II) and support services leaders (MSO), including a focus on coaching to develop problem-solving skills that will maximize quality, efficiency, and throughput
? Fill open/vacancy clinical positions
? Support education, operations, and maximize communication with staff through various methods including weekly staff meetings, daily huddles, active daily management rounds
? Bring ideas and processes for improvement to the Sr. Director, Medical Director, and Director, Nursing & Operations
? Support the clinical nurse leaders through challenging situations, focusing on coaching and support to develop their leadership skills
? Create and manage plans for increasing efficiency, and improving quality.
? Review and support the onboarding plans for new hires, and cross-training of staff into services
? Assist in development and implementation of staffing plans, fiscal management, and monitoring environmental safety
? In collaboration with the Medical Director and Scheduling department, work with clinical nurse leaders who review and approve the OR surgical schedule. Support creating capacity and volume of surgical cases
? Review and enhance clinical processes and workflow to meet the needs of surgical departments and divisions. Develop collaborative relationships with surgical department and division CAO and chairs/leaders to obtain regular feedback. Bring ideas and processes for improvement to the Sr. Director, Medical Director, Director, Nursing & Operations, and Sr. Director Operative Services
? Optimize daily workflow by assessing work assignments. Engage with the OR Charge Nurse to optimize the efficiency of the department and support throughput as necessary QualificationsRequired: Current California RN license Bachelor's and Master's Degree required, one of which must be in Nursing Minimum of 5 years of OR experience and 2 years management experience BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association Skill to independently scrub and circulate in multiple service lines Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis Ability to develop, implement and evaluate workflows, seeking continuous improvement Ability to communicate effectively and have knowledge of UCLA policies Ability to interpret metrics and utilize to improve quality, safety, and efficiencies
A PASSION FOR ADVANCING NURSING EXCELLENCE At UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Nursing, you’ll be inspired and empowered to reach your fullest potential in your nursing career. Through close collaboration with other outstanding clinicians in our inclusive and engaging working environment, you can play a critical role in the delivery of our world-class care. Our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art technology, shared governance, recognition programs, and more, will equip you to go further in your nursing practice than you thought possible. It’s no wonder we’ve achieved Magnet® status multiple times in multiple locations. If you’re ready to live out your passion and advance your nursing career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our award-winning system, including: ? Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center ? UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica ? Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA ? UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital ? More than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations will elevate your standard of living.
? Optimize daily workflow by assessing work assignments. Engage with the OR Charge Nurse to optimize the efficiency of the department and support throughput as necessary QualificationsRequired: Current California RN license Bachelor's and Master's Degree required, one of which must be in Nursing Minimum of 5 years of OR experience and 2 years management experience BLS from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association Skill to independently scrub and circulate in multiple service lines Skill in implementing appropriate nursing interventions on a consistent basis Ability to develop, implement and evaluate workflows, seeking continuous improvement Ability to communicate effectively and have knowledge of UCLA policies Ability to interpret metrics and utilize to improve quality, safety, and efficiencies
A PASSION FOR ADVANCING NURSING EXCELLENCE At UCLA Health and the David Geffen School of Nursing, you’ll be inspired and empowered to reach your fullest potential in your nursing career. Through close collaboration with other outstanding clinicians in our inclusive and engaging working environment, you can play a critical role in the delivery of our world-class care. Our Center for Nursing Excellence, state-of-the-art technology, shared governance, recognition programs, and more, will equip you to go further in your nursing practice than you thought possible. It’s no wonder we’ve achieved Magnet® status multiple times in multiple locations. If you’re ready to live out your passion and advance your nursing career, we invite you to explore opportunities throughout our award-winning system, including: ? Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center ? UCLA Medical Center, Santa Monica ? Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital at UCLA ? UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital ? More than 280 community-based clinics throughout Southern California No matter where you serve with UCLA Health, the cultural, recreational, and lifestyle advantages of our Southern California locations will elevate your standard of living.