Kindred Healthcare
At ScionHealth, we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day‑to‑day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
Responsible to coordinate and supervise the daily activities of the surgical area. Essential Functions
Direct the daily operations of the department including staff scheduling, ensuring the delivery of optimal patient care. Develop new methods to improve existing systems or operations. Assess developmental needs of staff and develop continuing education and quality assurance programs to optimize patient care. Research supplies, instruments and equipment and recommend purchases to the Director. Assist in the selection, training and evaluation of subordinates and initiate personnel actions in accordance with Human Resources policies and organization philosophy. Maintain the necessary level of professional knowledge and technical proficiency in areas of functional responsibility. Complete required continuous training and education, including department‑specific requirements. Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the unit. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Must read, write and speak fluent English Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word‑processing and spreadsheet software. Must have good and regular attendance. Approximate percent of time required to travel; 0% Performs other related duties as assigned. Education
Associate in Nursing degree. Bachelor's degree preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Valid state license as Registered Nurse. ANOR certification preferred. BLS certification required. Experience
Three years of operating room experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.
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Responsible to coordinate and supervise the daily activities of the surgical area. Essential Functions
Direct the daily operations of the department including staff scheduling, ensuring the delivery of optimal patient care. Develop new methods to improve existing systems or operations. Assess developmental needs of staff and develop continuing education and quality assurance programs to optimize patient care. Research supplies, instruments and equipment and recommend purchases to the Director. Assist in the selection, training and evaluation of subordinates and initiate personnel actions in accordance with Human Resources policies and organization philosophy. Maintain the necessary level of professional knowledge and technical proficiency in areas of functional responsibility. Complete required continuous training and education, including department‑specific requirements. Comply with established personal protective equipment requirements necessary for protection against exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids, chemical disinfectants, radiation, asbestos, and other hazardous substances. Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served within the unit. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Must read, write and speak fluent English Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office, word‑processing and spreadsheet software. Must have good and regular attendance. Approximate percent of time required to travel; 0% Performs other related duties as assigned. Education
Associate in Nursing degree. Bachelor's degree preferred. Licenses/Certifications
Valid state license as Registered Nurse. ANOR certification preferred. BLS certification required. Experience
Three years of operating room experience as a Registered Nurse preferred.
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