Clinical Director of Nursing Services I - RUHS - MSC OperatingPACU
Clinical Director of Nursing Services I - RUHS - MSC OperatingPACU
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ABOUT THE POSITION
Riverside University Health SystemsMedical Center is currently recruiting for the position ofClinical Director of Nursing Services I for the MSC Operating Room/PACU departments.
The Clinical Director of Nursing Services I works in a managerial level capacity and reports to the Executive Director or appropriate director level management position. This class is characterized by the responsibility for ensuring 24/7 patient care delivery as well as planning organizing staffing budgeting and directing the accomplishment of the assigned departments short and longterm goals and objectives.
The Clinical Director of Nursing Services I is distinguished from the Clinical Director of Nursing Services II in that the incumbents in this class manage a department that due to its budget size complexity and/or level of staff and the nature of the duties performed is considered small.
This class has been designated AtWill by the Board of Supervisors in accordance with the provisions provided under Article 6 Section 601E 8 of the County Management Resolution and serves at the pleasure of the RUHSMC Chief Executive Officer .
This class has been deemed eligible for the Performance Recognition Plan as set forth under Article 3 Section 311 of the County Management Resolution. Program eligibility requires employees to be in a leadership position manage other employees or programs and have significant influence on the achievement of organizational objectives.
The essential duties of this position include but are not limited to. the following:
Schedule of staff management of staff work with surgeons and anesthesia manage instruments and equipment ensure ontimestarts and expedient turnovers quality audits timecards update preference cards assign staff schedule surgeries collaborate with Educator cognizant of regulatory requirements.
The most competitive candidates will possess the following:- Member of AORN CNOR preferred
- Minimum 8 years in Perioperative Services
- Past perioperative management experience
- BSN preferred
Required Licenses and Certifications- Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.
- Basic Life Support (BLS)certification issued by the American Heart Association.
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Determine the appropriate organizational structure staffing patterns and nursing methods and operations necessary to deliver quality and safe patient care.
Collaborate with the Executive Director RUHS or Chief Clinical Integration Officer implementing and revising departmental goals policies and procedures departmentspecific performance improvement QA/QI integrated care utilization review and/or patient safety and reliability programs.
Collaborate with physicians nursing and interdisciplinary teams on applying best nursing practices and standards to achieve positive patient outcomes and costeffective strategies.
Interpret and communicate nursing departmental and organizational philosophy and objective and departmental policies and procedures; conduct regular meetings with staff to discuss policies and procedures; advise and guide supervisors in administrative and personnel matters in interpreting and enforcing County and hospital policies rules regulations and procedures; participate in formulating and enforcing department rules regulations and policies.
Coordinate the implementation of nursing educational programs; ensure surveyreadiness and compliance with standards of Joint Commission federal and state regulatory agencies as well as with organizationwide benchmark criteria; evaluate and initiate corrective action regarding operational compliance with licensure accreditation and regulatory standards.
Act as a resource to medical and administrative staff other county departments the community and external regulatory agencies on issues related to RUHSMC nursing and/ or integrated care services.
Administer general personnel management matters and actions; resolve problems involving grievances and discipline; work with the Executive Director RUHS or Chief Clinical Integration Officer in evaluating overall staffing and operational needs within assigned unit.
Supervise recruit select assign orient and evaluate performance of staff; assess staff competency especially in performing clinical procedures; assess developmental needs of staff and provide training opportunities; verify validity of staff licensure; ensure staff compliance with body substance precautions and other infection control guidelines; counsel staff on performance expectations and discrepancies.
Participate in strategic planning for the organization and nursing services; align departmental goals and objectives with the mission vision and values of the organization.
Evaluate the quality of nursing or integrated care operations; keep informed of the condition of patients and of unusual treatments medications or occurrences; make nursing evaluation rounds; receive reports of patients admissions discharges and transfers; ensure enhanced discharge planning and integrated care management; analyze and report significant utilization trends patterns and impacts to departments and medical staff committees.
May actively participate in local and national organizations to represent the Department.
Maintain daily work assignments and attendance records.
Direct the preparation of budgets for assigned areas; integrate with organizational budgets and is accountable for budget and personnel resource requests.
Maintain records and present oral and written reports.
Investigate complaints regarding patient care and staff.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelors degree preferably with a major in nursing nursing administration or a closely related field to the assignment. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for up to two years of the required education on the basis of one year of fulltime experience equaling 30 semester or 45 quarter units of the required education.
Experience:Four years as a registered nurse at an accredited acute care hospital which must have included three years of nurse supervisory experience. (A Masters degree from an accredited college or university in nursing or nursing administration may substitute for one year of the required non supervisory experience.
Knowledge of: The principles of nursing administration and organization business and personnel administration; modern principles methods and procedures of nursing; principles and techniques of effective supervision and staff utilization; Joint Commission and federal and state regulations related to emergency department nursing services in an acute care hospital; quality patient safety and performance improvement programs peer review and legal aspects of care; uses and effects of medicines and narcotics; principles and techniques of effective supervision management and administration.
Ability to:Clearly and effectively communicate verbally and in writing with staff and the public; plan organize direct coordinate and review the activities of operating room/ perioperative nursing services; supervise instruct motivate monitor train and evaluate professional and nonprofessional employees; plan for future needs of nursing services in terms of personnel equipment and supplies; recommend improvements in nursing operations consistent with current nursing trends; establish and maintain systems of records and reports; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff and the public.
Other RequirementsLicense/Certificate: Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California. (Persons eligible for certification as a Registered Nurse in the State of California may be employed pending receipt of license.
National Case Management certification is preferred for assignment with Integrated Care Management Services.
Possession of a valid California Drivers License may be required.
PreEmploymentAll employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of both a preemployment physical exam including a drug/alcohol test and a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment.
Probationary PeriodAs an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
For more information please contact the recruiter Sarah Teegarden at .
APPLICATION INFORMATION
Veterans Preference
The County has a Veterans Preference Policy applicable to new hires. To qualify upload a copy of your (or your spouses) Member4 Form DD214 indicating dates of service and a copy of your spouses letter of disability (if applicable) with your application. For privacy reasons it is recommended that you remove your social security information from the document(s). A Human Resources Representative will review the materials and determine if you qualify for veterans Veterans Preference Policy C3 is available here: https://rivcocob/boardpoliciesReasonable Accommodations
The County of Riverside is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process should contact the recruiter for the position noted above. For additional information and/or to obtain the appropriate form for requesting a reasonable accommodation please visit the Disability Access Office web page located at: https://rchr/disabilityProof of Education
If using education to qualify or when requested by the recruiter upload a copy of any license(s) official/unofficial transcript(s) degrees and/or related employment documents to your NeoGov account at the time of application and before the closing date. Official or unofficial transcripts will be accepted.If your education was completed outside of the United States you will need to provide a copy of your Foreign Education Equivalency evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services NACES or Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. AICE.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The County of Riverside is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the County of Riverside to provide equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression marital status ancestry medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information or denial of medical and family care leave or any other nonjobrelated factors.PreEmployment
All employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of preemployment requirements including a criminal background investigation which involves fingerprinting. (A felony or misdemeanor conviction may disqualify the applicant from County employment). A preemployment physical examination and background check may be required.Probationary Period
As an Approved Local Merit System all County of Riverside employees except those serving At Will are subject to the probationary period provisions as specified in the applicable Memorandum of Understanding County Resolution or Salary Ordinance. Temporary and Per Diem employees serve at the pleasure of the agency/department head.General Information
Current County of Riverside and/or current employees of the hiring department may receive priority consideration. Qualified candidates may be considered for future County vacancies.Job postings may close without notice based on application volume. Submit your complete application by the recruitment close date; no late applications are accepted. Ensure all relevant experience/education is reflected on your application/resume as a failure to demonstrate position requirements may disqualify applicants. A description of job duties directly copied from the job classification or job posting will not be considered.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
