Description

• Leads in developing philosophy, goals, and objectives for procedural areas at EUHM, including Perioperative services
• Functions as part of an OR Steering/Executive Committee team consisting of the Anesthesiology Chief, Surgery Medical Director, Chief of Surgery, and Perioperative Director
• Provides administrative and financial accountability for planning, directing, staffing, coordinating, and controlling functions and activities of all phases of the Perioperative Services Department and Procedural areas including:
• Operating Room, Pre-/Postoperative Units, Anesthesia Preoperative Clinic, Cardiology, Cath Lab, COA, Procedural, Radiology, GI, Endoscopy, Sterile Processing (oversight)
• Designs, develops, organizes, directs, measures, and promotes Perioperative Services and Procedural area programs to the medical staff and community
• Promotes increased case volume/market share through:
• Development and provision of operationally marketable surgery programs
• Assurance of positive relations with Surgeons
• Provision of patient service-oriented surgical programs
• Development, promotion, and implementation of new surgical procedures with individual Surgeon groups or surgical sections that result in financially viable increased case volume
• Manages the overall operations of the Procedural areas to include Perioperative Services and Cardiology Procedural areas in accordance with Hospital administered policies, standards of nursing practices, and governmental regulations
• Provides nursing and operational accountability for the quality improvement program in collaboration with the OR Executive Committee
• Implements standards, administers clinical practice, evaluates clinical outcomes, and maintains patients' clinical records
• Works collaboratively with other members of the OR Committee, medical staff, Cardiology, other Hospital Departmental Managers, and Hospital Administration
• Plans, directs, coordinates, implements, delegates, controls, and evaluates the continuity of care, quality of care, and customer services
• Establishes systems for care management including assessments, care planning, and discharge planning
• Monitors and assures compliance with regulatory and accrediting organizations and Hospital policies
• Completes and approves annual operations and capital expense budgets; directs necessary analysis and presents proposed budgets to the governing body for final approval
• Develops, implements, monitors, and measures programs for staff recruitment and retention
• Participates in all standing committees
• Communicates with Physicians and works closely with the Medical Directors to maintain high standards of medical care and develop client relationships with Surgeons
• Collaborates with associates in the development and review of recommended changes of policies and procedures and quality improvement indicators
• Possesses knowledge of professional standards, principles, and procedures
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Possesses knowledge of Joint Commission guidelines and state/federal regulations and standards
• Demonstrates strong financial, marketing, and personnel management skills
• Demonstrates strong project management and change management skills
• Demonstrates strong strategic planning skills
• Demonstrates leadership skills with emphasis on staff retention
• Demonstrates knowledge of computer systems and software

Minimum Qualifications: (Must have)

- Registered Nurse (RN) with valid state licensure required

- Master's degree in nursing, health administration, or business administration required

- Seven years of OR experience with progressive OR management experience required

- Three to five years of Director experience preferred

- Currently licensed as a registered nurse in the state of Georgia (or eligible)

- Strong communication and organizational/planning skills with demonstrated leadership abilities

- Extensive experience in overseeing Perioperative and Cardiology service lines and nursing practice in a complex, fast-paced academic hospital system preferred

Additional Details

Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.