Nurse Manager - Surgical Services

Industry: Healthcare / Health Services
Job Category: Medical / Health - Nurse Leadership
Organization Description
Today, our hospital is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In eastern Washington, the hospital provides care throughout Spokane, Stevens and Walla Walla counties.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
We are committed to cultural diversity and equal employment for all individuals. It is our policy to recruit, hire, promote, compensate, transfer, train, retain, terminate, and make all other employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin (including certain language use restrictions), ancestry, disability (mental and physical including HIV and AIDS), medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, marital status, age, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, and military and veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status. We will also provide reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified caregiver or applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of our business.
We are a community where all people, regardless of differences, are welcome, secure, and valued. We value respect, appreciation, collaboration, diversity, and a shared commitment to serving our communities. We expect that all workforce members in our community will act in ways which reflect a commitment to and accountability for, racial and social justice and equality in the workplace. As such, we will maintain a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on any applicable legally protected status. We also expect that all workforce members will maintain a positive workplace free from any unacceptable conduct which creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.
Employer Description
At our hospital, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits, and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Check out our benefits page for more information about our Benefits and Rewards.
Job Description
Manager Surgical Services
This position is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the operating rooms and cardiac surgical unit. Ensures quality patient care by establishing and maintaining clinical standards of practice and care while meeting staffing requirements. Participates in planning the annual budget preparation including operational and capital items. Assures that hospital policies and procedures are updated and participates and coordinates unit and organizational quality improvement activities. Keeps current in Clinical issues and trends. Appropriately intervenes in patient, family, and physician issues in a timely manner. Assesses plan and evaluates the orientation and education requirements and assure that they are met.
Our hospital's caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at our Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Shift Details:
Full time, 40 hours per week, 8-hour Day Shift
Required Qualifications:
Graduate of accredited nursing program.
upon hire: Washington Registered Nurse License.
upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
3 years' Experience in SURGICAL SERVICES as a clinical caregiver.
2 years' Experience in supervisory or charge nurse capacity.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Nursing.
upon hire: ACLS and PALS.
upon hire: AORN certification.
Why Join our hospital? 
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security.  We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Two years’ experience in Periop
Preferred Leadership experience (Charge, Unit Coordinator, Supervisor, or Manager)
Preferred BSN, Not required.
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No