Surgical Services Supervisor

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is seeking a full-time Surgical Services Supervisor for our Operating Room. The Surgical Services Supervisor works closely with the Director in order to manage the daily operations of the Operating Room.

Conemaugh Nason Medical Center is a 45-bed hospital that serves rural and suburban populations in Roaring Spring, Altoona, and parts of Blair, Bedford, and Huntingdon counties.  Caring for the community since 1900, Conemaugh Nason Medical Center prides itself on providing safe, high quality, compassionate care.  With a state-of-the art cardiac catheterization lab, Conemaugh Nason offers a range of inpatient and outpatient cardiac services close to home when every minute matters. The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care as an accredited chest pain center, and offers comprehensive outpatient, imaging, diagnostic, and specialty services. As a LifePoint Health National Quality Leader, Conemaugh Nason is leading the way among peers by delivering the highest quality of care for patients. 

Conemaugh Nason is also a member of the Conemaugh Health System, a Duke LifePoint Healthcare system. Conemaugh Health System serves more than a half-million patients each year through the Nason Physician Group, Conemaugh Physician Group and Medical Staff, a network of four hospitals, specialty clinics and patient-focused programs.

Essential Functions:

Works collaboratively within the Surgical Services Department with the Director of Surgical Services and various Surgeon Practices.

Assists with projects and the overall management/operations of the Operating Room.

Responsible for making supervisory decisions in a clinical setting, including those involving staff and patient care.

Assists in ensuring staff complete required educations and competencies.

Actively involved in IT-related processes and functions within the department.

Ensures scheduling and payroll are accurately completed. Works with the OR Assistant to ensure employee time is correct.

Works with the Director to guarantee patient safety goals are met and Physicians are accommodated appropriately.

Assists with employee engagement activities. Works with Director to recruit and retain qualified staff members for the department.

Fills in for the Director when needed.

Acts in a Registered Nurse capacity when needed, working in an OR environment with team members.

Organizational Expectations:

Demonstrates support of the mission, vision, values, goals and general policies of Conemaugh Nason Medical Center.

Complies with corporate compliance guidelines and requirements of federal, state and local regulatory and accrediting agencies.

Adheres to the standards of professional ethics and handles confidential information in strict conformance with departmental and Medical Center policies.

Provides quality care and services consistent with Medical Center standards and participates in the Medical Center's Continuous Quality Improvement Program.

Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to unexpected changes in the workload, emergencies, staffing and scheduling.

Uses tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and a professional attitude when relating with co-workers, patients, families, and visitors.

Performs duties in a self-directed and cooperative manner with minimal need for supervision. Uses time constructively for maximum productivity.

Treats all co-workers, patients, families, and visitors with consideration to their rights, cultural diversity, privacy, comfort and emotional needs. Serves as a patient advocate and fosters a work culture of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Attends all mandatory trainings and completes all required Life Talent education assignments within a timely manner. Keeps updated regarding Medical Center changes through meeting attendance and review of posted information; attends briefs, debriefs, and huddles.

Abides by and references the Employee Handbook and other pertinent facility policies, including clinical, non-clinical, safety, and infection control.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Education:

Graduate of a RN program required.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Minimum Work Experience:

2-3 years' RN experience required.

1 year RN/OR experience required.

Required Licenses:
[Pennsylvania, United States] Registered Nurse
Current nurse's license in the state of Pennsylvania or a current multistate license (MSL) from compact member states/territories required.
BLS Certification.

Required Skills:

Ability to organize and perform work in an ethical and accurate manner.

Strong communication and computer skills.

Competitive wage, benefits package, 401K, PTO, and onsite occupational health.  

$30,000 Sign-On Bonus!