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Brown University Health . Summary: The Preference Card Program Manager is responsible for driving system-wide standardization, optimization, and governance of surgical preference cards across all surgical sites. This role leads the implementation of recommendations from clinical improvement collaboratives (such as Vizient), ensures alignment with clinical workflows, and supports supply chain and informatics integration. A critical component of this position involves change management; guiding stakeholders through system transitions, standardizing processes, and ensuring sustainable adoption through communication, education, and engagement. Note:
This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications typical for this role.
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of Vizient workgroup recommendations to establish standardized, system-level preference card governance.
Define and enforce governance structures, roles, review cycles, and escalation pathways to ensure consistency across surgical sites.
Partner with IS/IT, clinical informatics, surgeons, OR leadership, and supply chain to align the procedure dictionary, preference cards, and clinical workflows.
Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to guide effective decision-making and process alignment.
Oversee a comprehensive review of the surgical procedure dictionary in partnership with perioperative stakeholders.
Eliminate redundancies, standardize nomenclature, and ensure accurate linkage to preference cards and clinical documentation.
Lead system-wide analysis of existing preference cards to identify outdated content, inefficiencies, and clinical variation.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and SPD teams to revise and standardize content based on best practices and clinical accuracy.
Ensure accurate documentation of surgical equipment, set requirements, positioning devices, implants, and specialty supplies within each preference card.
Coordinate with SPD and supply chain to maintain alignment between preference cards and inventory management systems.
Enhance the usability, accuracy, and data structure of preference cards for improved case preparation, cost control, and supply chain integration.
Utilize data analytics to track usage, variation, and compliance with standardized practices.
Develop and execute a comprehensive change management plan, including communication, stakeholder engagement, and resistance mitigation.
Deliver clear and tailored communication to all stakeholders and coordinate training to support the adoption of new systems and workflows.
Monitor post-implementation feedback and adapt strategies to support continuous improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Licensure
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Clinical Informatics, or a related field.
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as RN in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact.
American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
Current active RN licensure required; certification in perioperative nursing (e.g., CNOR) is a plus.
Experience
Minimum of 15 years of direct experience in surgical preference card management, optimization, or governance.
At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operating room management or perioperative services.
Deep understanding of surgical workflows, perioperative systems, and the intersection of clinical and operational data.
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level process improvement or clinical standardization initiatives.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical mindset and project execution capability.
Location & Work Type
Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903
Work Type: Preference Card Program Manager, booking and charge capture for Perioperative Services
Work Shift: Day
Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required
Driving Required: No
Other
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
EEO: Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Note: This description is for internal use and reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the role. Please refer to official postings for candidate submission details.
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Join to apply for the
Preference Card Program Mgr PD
role at
Brown University Health . Summary: The Preference Card Program Manager is responsible for driving system-wide standardization, optimization, and governance of surgical preference cards across all surgical sites. This role leads the implementation of recommendations from clinical improvement collaboratives (such as Vizient), ensures alignment with clinical workflows, and supports supply chain and informatics integration. A critical component of this position involves change management; guiding stakeholders through system transitions, standardizing processes, and ensuring sustainable adoption through communication, education, and engagement. Note:
This description reflects the responsibilities and qualifications typical for this role.
Responsibilities
Lead the implementation of Vizient workgroup recommendations to establish standardized, system-level preference card governance.
Define and enforce governance structures, roles, review cycles, and escalation pathways to ensure consistency across surgical sites.
Partner with IS/IT, clinical informatics, surgeons, OR leadership, and supply chain to align the procedure dictionary, preference cards, and clinical workflows.
Facilitate collaboration across multidisciplinary teams to guide effective decision-making and process alignment.
Oversee a comprehensive review of the surgical procedure dictionary in partnership with perioperative stakeholders.
Eliminate redundancies, standardize nomenclature, and ensure accurate linkage to preference cards and clinical documentation.
Lead system-wide analysis of existing preference cards to identify outdated content, inefficiencies, and clinical variation.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and SPD teams to revise and standardize content based on best practices and clinical accuracy.
Ensure accurate documentation of surgical equipment, set requirements, positioning devices, implants, and specialty supplies within each preference card.
Coordinate with SPD and supply chain to maintain alignment between preference cards and inventory management systems.
Enhance the usability, accuracy, and data structure of preference cards for improved case preparation, cost control, and supply chain integration.
Utilize data analytics to track usage, variation, and compliance with standardized practices.
Develop and execute a comprehensive change management plan, including communication, stakeholder engagement, and resistance mitigation.
Deliver clear and tailored communication to all stakeholders and coordinate training to support the adoption of new systems and workflows.
Monitor post-implementation feedback and adapt strategies to support continuous improvement.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education & Licensure
Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Clinical Informatics, or a related field.
Licensure as Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island by the Rhode Island Board of Nursing or licensure as RN in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact.
American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications.
Current active RN licensure required; certification in perioperative nursing (e.g., CNOR) is a plus.
Experience
Minimum of 15 years of direct experience in surgical preference card management, optimization, or governance.
At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in operating room management or perioperative services.
Deep understanding of surgical workflows, perioperative systems, and the intersection of clinical and operational data.
Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level process improvement or clinical standardization initiatives.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Strong analytical mindset and project execution capability.
Location & Work Type
Location: Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street, Providence, RI 02903
Work Type: Preference Card Program Manager, booking and charge capture for Perioperative Services
Work Shift: Day
Daily Hours: Per Diem - As required
Driving Required: No
Other
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Project Management and Information Technology
Industries: Hospitals and Health Care
EEO: Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.
Note: This description is for internal use and reflects the responsibilities and qualifications for the role. Please refer to official postings for candidate submission details.
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