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New Surgery Center in beautiful Bakersfield, CA is looking for experienced RNs for the 4 OR ASC.

This is a unique opportunity to get in at the ground level of a new center.

Your experience will be utilized immediately to get the center ready for operation and prepare for the accreditation survey.

We are offering a $5000 sign-on bonus for all RNs - to be awarded after one year of service.

If interested, please send your resume to Debi James at debra@sjvsurgerycenter.com

SCA Health is the future of Specialty Care! Driven by our mission to improve health care in America, SCA Health is proud of its more than 320 surgical facilities, 11,300 teammates, and 9,200 physicians who serve nearly 1.43 million patients each year.  As part of Optum, we participate in an integrated care delivery system that enables us to support our partners as they navigate a complex healthcare environment

Our Presidio Surgery Center in San Francisco, California is currently in search of a Facility-Administrator to run this 5 Operating Room, multi-specialty facility with a heavy orthopedic load including a TJC-certified total joint program and spine. Design is underway for second site of service expanding to 7 operating rooms with excellent growth potential.

The Facility-Administrator will act as the CEO to this phenomenal team and as such will have accountability for clinical quality, financial outcomes, personnel recruitment, development and oversight, operational effectiveness, facility management and regulatory compliance. This is a rare opportunity to join this facility and create longevity as our current CEO has.

SCA Center CEOs are ultimately responsible for the results of their center's business and operations, including the following:

• Driving excellent clinical quality
• Leading and developing teams
• Driving top-line growth & cultivating strong physician relationships
• Leading operational excellence

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent work experience) with a minimum of 5 years of experience as an Administrator in an outpatient surgery setting, practice or hospital setting. Must demonstrate a high-level ability to effectively manage and allocate organization resources Physician recruitment is preferred and Physician relationship experience is required.  Must have the ability to prioritize and function efficiently and responsibly in emergency situations.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office is required.

To apply, please visit our website at https://www.careers.sca.health

Join the SCA Health team today!

Presidio Surgery Center, located in San Francisco, CA, is a multi-specialty 5 OR's (currently expanding to 7) outpatient surgery center that has been providing quality surgical care to the community since 1989. They are seeking an experienced Operating Room Nurse Manager to join their team.

www.presidiosurgery.com

Fantastic Benefits:

• Positive work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance – eligible on Day 1 of employment
• Paid time off plus 8 paid holidays
• Maternity/paternity/adoption benefits
• Employer-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Excellent 401(k) Plan

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall functioning of the Nursing Department. As a Registered Nurse is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing and coordinating patient care from admission to discharge. The Registered Nurse is responsible for assisting with the achievement of patient outcomes through implementation of critical pathways and in accordance with the mission of the hospital.

Primary position responsibilities:

• Assesses, plans, evaluates and ensures the implementation of the patient's pathway to achieving identified outcomes
• Assumes a leadership role in the provision of quality nursing care for patients receiving services within the nursing department
• Demonstrates continued competence in assessing, treating, and caring for individuals based upon age-specific needs utilizing a developmental perspective
• Demonstrates appropriate knowledge and competence of designated skills identified for position
• Supervises the smooth functioning of the unit on assigned shift

Secondary position responsibilities:

Communications:

• Communicates patient information to assure confidentiality and continuity of care
• Interacts with all patients, families, visitors and fellow employees in a mature, responsible manner to ensure a positive and professional working environment
• Communicates shift/unit issues to appropriate personnel in a timely manner

Attitude:

• Maintains and evaluate own clinical expertise and unit clinical practice
  • Performs a yearly self-evaluation
  • Attends 75% of unit-based staff meetings and demonstrates review of minutes for all others
  • Provides a unit based in-service, annually
• Demonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of facility responsibilities and growth in profession
  • Maintains and displays appropriate knowledge of professional developments through printed material or other sources.
  • Attends professional training seminars when appropriate for job development and shares information with other staff members.
  • Attends and participates in all applicable hospital training and development workshops scheduled by the facility
• Maintains work area and equipment in a pristine manner
• Has attended and put into practice the principles of Service Satisfaction
• Maintains dress and appearance according to standards as observed by management
• Demonstrates the safe operation of equipment and machinery and follows procedures for reporting and correcting an unsafe situation
• Strives to be professional, courteous, helpful and cooperative
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Licenses or Certificates:

• Current Licensure in the State
• Successful completion of Basic Cardiac Life Support Course. ACLS and PALS to be obtained within 90 days.
• CNOR preferred.

Total education, vocational training and experience (minimum requirements of candidate):

• Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing and/or BSN, Master's degree in Nursing/Management preferred
• Minimum of 2 years leadership experience in an operating room setting required

Surgical Care Affiliates (SCA) is transforming specialty care in our communities. We relentlessly create value by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering exceptional care and healing to our patients and communities we serve. We are driven to achieve the quadruple aim in health care: high-quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care. As a national leader in surgical care, SCA’s 10,000 teammates operate more than 250 surgical facilities that serve nearly 1 million patients per year.

For more information on SCA, visit www.scasurgery.com.

If interested, please send your resume to Tori Correiar-Allera at tori.correiar-allera@scasurgery.com.

Must live in Oregon

AMSURG, the Envision Healthcare solution for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs), collaborates with physicians and health systems across the country to provide and promote quality patient care. We are the nationally recognized leader in the strategic and operations management of ASCs that deliver high quality, high value, same-day surgical services with a superior patient experience. Launched in 1992 as an ASC industry pioneer, AMSURG is currently partnered with nearly 2,000 specialty physicians providing outpatient surgical services in more than 250 facilities in 34 states.

The Market Development – Director of Business Development identifies, plans, develops, and executes targeted sales strategies and programs within a specific market to support AmSurg’s strategic initiatives.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Penetrate a specific market enhancing brand awareness, gathering market intelligence, generate interested targets leads and present to leadership for physician recruitment opportunities.
• Identify potential new customers and/or business relationships; conduct research studies and capture market intelligence in CRM system; plan, develop and oversee the implementation of appropriate promotional strategies.
• Prepare and present opportunities, market trends, and challenges to appropriate internal leadership/staff in a timely manner and on a regular basis, gaining support and commitment as needed.
• Conduct ongoing market analysis determining AmSurg’s competitive position. Identify opportunities and develop a plan to increase market share.
• Proactively work in a collaborative manner with marketing staff to gather feedback/research data to create and execute specific targeted communication strategies to persuade provider to work at an AmSurg affiliated facility and, potentially, become a financial partner in the business.
• Activities to be measured include producing and sharing regular summaries of practice visits and their outcomes, as well as their impact on case volume and revenue trends.
• Regularly maintain and update database for all physician and office staff contacts.
• Develop, establish and maintain positive relationships from all credentialed physicians while regularly visiting physicians and affiliated office staff to assess any needs.
• Provide reports for frequent distribution to leadership.
• Special projects and performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• Regular and reliable attendance required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential responsibility satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.

Computer Equipment and Software Requirements:

PC; Microsoft Windows Office Suite experience required.  Prior CRM experience preferred.

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree in communications or related field from an accredited college or university.  Minimum of five (5) years of sales experience required with documented success building physician relationships required.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals and percentages.

Language Skills:

Ability to understand, read, write and speak English.  Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations.  Ability to successfully write business correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information, respond to questions and professionally interact with managers, employees, clients, vendors and the general public.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and correct errors.  Ability to understand and interpret basic financial data.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in a variety of forms and deal with abstract and concrete variables.  

Other Qualifications:

Must be able to handle multiple, simultaneous tasks effectively and efficiently while maintaining a professional, courteous manner.  Must be able to work well with others.  Strong verbal and written communication skills required.  Must be detail-oriented and organized.  High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information.  Must be able to exercise good judgment and positively influence and lead others, including handling confrontations with poise and efficiency.  Based on business need, the ability to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends as approved in advance.  

Effective November 1, 2021, AMSURG’s Vaccination Policy requires all teammates, including clinicians and independent contractors, to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment or engagement. Regardless of position, all new hires must submit proof of vaccination and or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. This policy is designed to protect the health and safety of our patients, communities and each other.

Must pass a background check and drug screen. We do not discriminate in practices or employment opportunities on the basis of an individual's race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other prohibited category set forth in federal or state regulations.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.

If interested, please send your resume to Jennifer Leyva at jennifer.leyva@envisionhealth.com.

Position Summary:

Supervises daily clinical operations of the facility and manages the clinical and clerical staff in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation regulations and guidelines, as well as established Orthopaedic Institute for Children Ambulatory Surgery Center, LLC policies and procedures. Oversees patient care activities in preoperative, postoperative and intraoperative. Purchasing of required supplies, controlled drugs, and equipment. Responsible for staff development, orientation and staff discipline and appraisals.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: Current California RN license, BLS and ACLS. BSN preferred. Preferred (5) years of ambulatory surgery clinical experience as a registered nurse with at least (3) years of administrative/management experience.
• Eligibility: All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

• Interpersonal: Excellent communication skills; oral, written and presentation. Above average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff members. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrates accountability, skill and knowledge to practice within scope of position responsibilities. Demonstrates an above-average ability to organize, prioritize, analyze, anticipate, interpret, evaluate and problem-solve to provide a safe, effective and functional environment. Ability to direct the activities of the staff and manage the personnel.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in ambulatory surgery environment, preferably operating room, including direct patient care. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to effectively manage the activities and personnel in the facility. Knowledge of current nursing matters relating to healthcare management including QAPI. Ability to utilize resources in an organized and effective manner. 
• Machines, Equipment, Work Aides: Standard operating room supplies and equipment. Computer, printer, copier, telephone and fax.
• Physical Demands/Work Environment: See the Physical Demand Analysis form for information specific to this position. Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:
• Clinical Performance 
  • Participates in patient care activities adhering to the requirements of the Operating Room RN and/or the Preop/PACU RN job descriptions when providing direct patient care.
  • Establishes implements and evaluates quality and standards of patient care in conjunction with medical staff and clinical staff.
  • Develops patient care protocols, preoperative and postoperative assessment procedures, nursing policies and procedures, physician standing orders and standard discharge instructions.
  • Evaluates nursing staff documentation and patient care through review of medical records.
• Management of Resources/Inventory
  • Schedules qualified staff to provide required coverage for patient care adhering to applicable guidelines.
  • Establishes and oversees a system to ensure adequate supplies of controlled drugs, supplies, instrumentation and equipment are available to meet patient needs 100% of the time, within budgetary constraints.
  • Coordinates appropriate use of human and material resources, being mindful of budgetary constraints.
  • Provides adequate staffing coverage 100% of the time. Accurately verifies time worked through regular review of time and attendance records.
  • Assures worked FTE ratio is within approved budget or appropriate justification is provided. Cancels staff appropriately according to established protocol when census is low in order to remain within budgetary limits.
  • Supply inventory is maintained within approved budget.
  • Oversees/coordinates obtaining and returning of borrowed/rented equipment and supplies in the most cost effective and timely manner.
  • Ensures non-expired sterile packs and supplies are available 100% of the time for scheduled cases.
  • Ensures no missing or unaccounted for controlled substances 100% of the time and controlled substances are accounted for in accordance with procedures established in conjunction with the pharmacy consultant.
  • Identifies the need for and appropriately confers with the administrative staff on resource management issues.
• Management of Facility/Staff 
  • Actively participates in planning and designing policies and procedures in collaboration with appropriate staff members.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and stays within established guidelines.
  • Identifies work related improvement opportunities and analyzes them to identify causes and find solutions.
  • Acts decisively to implement solutions to resolve critical issues or improve processes.
  • Communicates clear understanding of job responsibilities, task objectives, deadlines and performance expectations.
  • Disseminates relevant information about decisions, plans and activities to people that need it for job performance. Management of Facility/Staff (continued)
  • Shares up-to-date information on center activities and policy changes in a timely manner.
  • Evaluates the performance of individuals through timely completion of competency assessments and skill checks.
  • Listens attentively to others. Tries to understand the meaning of communication of others, and perceives their needs and interests.
  • Works in harmony with others as a team leader.
  • Regularly meets deadlines related to individual as well as team performance on projects/assignments.
  • Accepts full responsibility for his/her actions. o Observes scheduled hours of work and puts in extra hours when necessary.
  • Exhibits competence in staff selection.
  • Provides a clear description of duties and responsibilities to staff.
  • Provides department orientation to staff on an ongoing basis including safety training.
  • Delegates tasks to qualified staff members.
  • Adheres to established policies and procedures and sets an example of appropriate behavior.
  • Discusses changes that directly affect individuals or general staff prior to change, encourages suggestions and invites participation in decision-making, incorporating the ideas and suggestions of others.
  • Allows staff to have substantial responsibility and discretion in carrying out work activities, handling problems and making important decisions.
  • Provides coaching to facilitate an employee’s skill acquisition, professional development and career advancement.
  • Facilitates the constructive resolution of conflict.
  • Encourages cooperation, teamwork and job ownership.
  • Provides praise, recognition, and appreciation for effective performance, significant achievements and special contributions.
• Fiscal Management 
  • Assists in preparation of annual budget for Governing Body approval.
  • Actively participates in budget/financial problem-solving to promote fiscal responsibility.
  • Directs staff to regularly consider opportunities for revenue increases and expense decreases.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and strives to stay within established guidelines.
• Professional Development/Facility Promotion 
  • Develops contacts with people who are a source of information and support.
  • Maintains contacts through periodic interactions including visits, telephone calls, correspondence, seminars and attendance at meetings and social events.
  • May participate in activities that promote a healthy community.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and professionalism with community and other organizational members.
  • Provides timely response and resolution to client complaints.
• Communication 
  • Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences. 
  • Utilizes translation services when needed.
  • Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their family, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.

Apply by emailing resume to: nanthony@mednet.ucla.edu.

Fullerton Surgical Center is a Medicare-certified, AAAHC Accredited, state-of-the-art multispecialty surgery center with 4 operating rooms looking for a qualified candidate to join the team as the Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

• Nursing: 5 years (Required)
• Documentation review: 1 year (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• RN License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Full Job Description

Specialty:

ENT, Orthopedics, Urology, Pain Management, Podiatry, Plastic Surgery, and General Surgery

Position Summary:

Supervises daily clinical operations of the facility and manages the clinical and clerical staff in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation regulations and guidelines, as well as established Fullerton Surgical Center, LP policies and procedures. Oversees patient care activities in preoperative, postoperative, and intraoperative. Purchasing of required supplies, controlled drugs, and equipment. Responsible for staff development, orientation and staff discipline and appraisals.

Minimum Requirements:

• Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: Current California RN license, BLS and ACLS. BSN preferred. Minimum three (3) years of ambulatory surgery clinical experience as a registered nurse with one (3) years of administrative/management experience.
• Eligibility:  All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

• Interpersonal: Excellent communication skills; oral, written and presentation. Above average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff members. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.
• Critical Thinking: Demonstrates accountability, skill, and knowledge to practice within scope of position responsibilities. Demonstrates an above-average ability to organize, prioritize, analyze, anticipate, interpret, evaluate and problem-solve to provide a safe, effective, and functional environment. Ability to direct the activities of the staff and manage the personnel.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in ambulatory surgery environment, preferably operating room, including direct patient care. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to effectively manage the activities and personnel in the facility. Knowledge of current nursing matters relating to healthcare management including QAPI. Ability to utilize resources in an organized and effective manner.
• Machines, Equipment, Work Aides: Standard operating room supplies and equipment. Computer, printer, copier, telephone, and fax.
• Physical Demands/Work Environment: See the Physical Demand Analysis form for information specific to this position.

Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:

• Clinical Performance
  • Participates in patient care activities adhering to the requirements of the Operating Room RN and/or the Preop/PACU RN job descriptions when providing direct patient care.
  • Establishes implements and evaluates quality and standards of patient care in conjunction with medical staff and clinical staff.
  • Develops patient care protocols, preoperative and postoperative assessment procedures, nursing policies and procedures, physician standing orders and standard discharge instructions.
  • Evaluates nursing staff documentation and patient care through review of medical records.
• Management of Resources/Inventory
  • Schedules qualified staff to provide required coverage for patient care adhering to applicable guidelines.
  • Establishes and oversees a system to ensure adequate supplies of controlled drugs, supplies, instrumentation, and equipment are available to meet patient needs 100% of the time, within budgetary constraints.
  • Coordinates appropriate use of staff and supplies, being mindful of budgetary constraints.
  • Provides adequate staffing coverage 100% of the time.
  • Accurately verifies time worked through regular review of time and attendance records.
  • Assures worked FTE ratio is within approved budget or appropriate justification is provided.
  • Cancels staff appropriately according to established protocol when census is low to remain within budgetary limits.
  • Supply inventory is maintained within approved budget.
  • Oversees/coordinates obtaining and returning of borrowed/rented equipment and supplies in the most cost-effective and timely manner.
  • Ensures non-expired sterile packs and supplies are available 100% of the time for scheduled cases.
  • Ensures no missing or unaccounted-for controlled substances 100% of the time and controlled substances are accounted for in accordance with procedures established in conjunction with the pharmacy consultant.
  • Identifies the need for and appropriately confers with the administrative staff on resource management issues.
• Management of Facility/Staff
  • Actively participates in planning and designing policies and procedures in collaboration with appropriate staff members.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and stays within established guidelines.
  • Identifies work-related improvement opportunities and analyzes them to identify causes and find solutions.
  • Acts decisively to implement solutions to resolve critical issues or improve processes.
  • Communicates clear understanding of job responsibilities, task objectives, deadlines, and performance expectations.
  • Disseminates relevant information about decisions, plans and activities to people that need it for job performance.
  • Evaluates the performance of individuals through timely completion of competency assessments and skill checks.
  • Listens attentively to others. Tries to understand the meaning of communication of others, perceives their needs and interests.
  • Works in harmony with others as a team leader.
  • Regularly meets deadlines related to individual as well as team performance on projects/assignments.
  • Accepts full responsibility for his/her actions.
  • Observes scheduled hours of work and puts in extra hours when necessary.
  • Exhibits competence in staff selection.
  • Provides a clear description of duties and responsibilities to staff.
  • Provides department orientation to staff on an ongoing basis including safety training.
  • Delegates tasks to qualified staff members.
  • Adheres to established policies and procedures and sets an example of appropriate behavior.
  • Discusses changes that directly affect individuals or general staff prior to change, encourages suggestions and invites participation in decision-making, incorporating the ideas and suggestions of others.
  • Allows staff to have substantial responsibility and discretion in carrying out work activities, handling problems and making important decisions.
  • Provides coaching to facilitate an employee’s skill acquisition, professional development, and career advancement.
  • Facilitates the constructive resolution of conflict.
  • Encourages cooperation, teamwork, and job ownership.
  • Provides praise, recognition, and appreciation for effective performance, significant achievements, and special contributions.
• Fiscal Management
  • Assists in preparation of annual budget for Governing Body approval.
  • Actively participates in budget/financial problem-solving to promote fiscal responsibility.
  • Directs staff to regularly consider opportunities for revenue increases and expense decreases.
  • Budgets and allocates resources according to priorities and strives to stay within established guidelines.
• Professional Development/Facility Promotion
  • Develops contacts with people who are a source of information and support.
  • Maintains contacts through periodic interactions including visits, telephone calls, correspondence, seminars and attendance at meetings and social events.
  • May participate in activities that promote a healthy community.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and professionalism with community and other organizational members.
  • Provides timely response and resolution to client complaints.
• Communication
  • Listens respectfully, gives feedback directly, honestly and talks with others to clarify differences.
  • Utilizes translation services when needed.
  • Utilizes appropriate services when needed to communicate with employees and patients with speech and hearing disorders.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with patients, their families, and other external and internal clients (including fellow employees) from diverse backgrounds.
• Quality
  • Demonstrates a willingness to look at new ideas and work in a changing environment.
  • Understands, verbalizes, and participates in the quality improvement process.
  • Supports initiatives designed to improve individual and organizational performance.
  • Provides appropriate patient care across the age span.
  • Identifies and reports suspected child, spousal/partner, and elder abuse per protocol.

If interested, please send your resume to Calvin Eng at calvin@fscstjude.com.