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Nurse Manager – Surgical Services

Position Summary

Responsible for the planning, coordination, organization, and direction of operations and staff within the Surgical Services Department, which includes the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgical Services, Anesthesia, and the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. This role involves evaluating the delivery of patient care to promote safety and well-being for all patients. The Nurse Manager coordinates schedules for visiting specialists to maintain an effective operating room timetable and is accountable for fiscal, material, and human resource management within the department. Administrative duties include participating in the implementation and development of hospital and departmental policies, maintaining interdepartmental communication, and enforcing standards for quality and safe patient care. The Nurse Manager engages staff in continuous quality improvement and ensures compliance with regulatory requirements while cultivating a culture of safety.

Position Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Must have completed a nursing program from an NLN approved institution. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required; a Master’s degree in Nursing or a related healthcare area is preferred.
• Minimum Experience: At least 2 years of experience in an operating room and a minimum of 2 years in surgical services management.
• License, Certification, Registration: Licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Alaska. Must hold current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications. Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) certification is preferred, and Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) certification should be attained within 6 months.
• Equipment/Tools: Proficient in office machines and Microsoft Office; knowledge of electronic health record systems is preferred.
• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: Familiar with AORN Guidelines and Perioperative Nursing Scope and Standards of Practice. Requires cognitive and technical knowledge to manage care across the continuum.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business and professional documents. Proficient in writing reports and manuals, and effectively presenting information to diverse audiences.
• Mathematical Skills: Strong ability to perform basic calculations and maintain databases.
• Reasoning Abilities: Capable of solving practical problems and interpreting a variety of instructions in various formats.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing department staff, including nurses, anesthesia staff, pre-op providers, and OR support staff.

Benefits Include

• Sign-on bonus for commitment to the position
• Relocation assistance
• Generous paid time off, starting at 4.5 weeks per year
• Holidays paid
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Retirement plans
• Employee wellness programs

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