French Hospital Medical Center located in San Luis Obispo California has been named one of the Nation’s 100 Top Hospitals by Truven Health Analytics and is rated among the top hospitals in the nation for cardiac orthopedic and GI services. French Hospital has achieved the prestigious designation as a Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. The Copeland Forbes and Rossi Cardiac Care Center provides the latest innovative cardiac and imaging technology. The hospital is also home to the unique Hearst Cancer Resource Center offering free education resources and support to cancer patients and their families. French Hospital Medical Center is a part of Dignity Health’s Southern California Division and is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services - all recognized for quality safety and service. Each hospital is supported by an active philanthropic Foundation to help meet the growing health care needs of our communities. To learn more go towww.dignityhealth.org/FrenchHospital.
Responsibilities
In keeping with Dignity Health and French Hospital Medical Center's healthcare philosophy, the Senior Assistant Nurse Manager of Surgical Services has responsibility and accountability for the Surgery Unit, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Sterile Processing, and other Dignity Health Initiatives as directed by the department Director or delegate. Maintains department policies and procedures in compliance with State and Federal laws and regulatory agencies. Coordinates, implements and improves the quality of care to patients of all ages. Manages and directs staff development, staff participation and department operations in coordination with other departments and physicians and surgeons. Practices effective personnel management in motivating and developing surgical services staff. Establishes goals and objectives, participates in intra and interdepartmental process improvements. Provides leadership and departmental direction and performs all duties using independent judgment, initiative and follow through. Responsible for fiscal goals of the department including staffing, productivity, cost containment, and other expenses and business development of the department.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Registered Nurse with a minimum of four (4) years of direct OR experience in an acute care setting, Hospital OR experience must be within the last 2 years Or 3 years of Surgical Center experience if Full-Time RN within the last 2 years.Minimum of one (1) year experience as an Assistant Nurse Manager, or in an equivalent management capacity.Current CA RN License.CPR Certification -BLS required.Preferred Qualifications:
CNOR preferred.Experience with Joint Commission, CMS and DPHS surveys and standards.BSN preferred.TQM, Green Belt, LEAN or other quality experience or certifications.