Job Title

Surgery Nurse Manager – Surgical Services (TDY Contract)

Location

Bethel, AK

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, organize, and direct all operations and staff (clinical and non-clinical) within the Surgical Services Department, including the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgical Services, Anesthesia, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Coordinate scheduling of visiting specialists to maintain an effective OR schedule and ensure continuity of surgical services
• Oversee fiscal, material, and human resource management of the department; participate in development and implementation of departmental and hospital policies and procedures
• Articulate and enforce standards for quality and safe patient care; develop and implement clinical outcome measures for quality improvement, cost reduction, and evidence-based practice
• Interpret, implement, and monitor compliance with TJC, state, and federal regulations pertaining to department functions
• Maintain open communication with department staff to foster a Culture of Safety and engage staff in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Completed program of education in nursing from an NLN-approved institution
• Current licensure in good standing as a Registered Professional Nurse (RN) in the State of Alaska
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an operating room setting
• Minimum of 2 years of surgical services management experience (surgery center or equivalent)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required
• Knowledge of AORN Guidelines and Perioperative Nursing: Scope and Standards of Practice

Preferred Experience / Skills

• BSN, MSN, or Master's degree in a healthcare or Business Administration-related field preferred
• Certified Nursing Operating Room (CNOR) certification preferred; Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) preferred (attainment within 6 months considered)
• Experience with electronic health record systems, Cerner preferred
• Knowledge of budgets, reimbursements, coding, claims processing, and fiscal management

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead and shape a comprehensive Surgical Services department in a unique and mission-driven healthcare environment serving an underserved community
• Gain meaningful leadership experience overseeing a multidisciplinary OR team including nurses, anesthesia staff, pre-op providers, and OR support staff