Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Orlando Health
Orlando, FL

RN Director, Surgery

Position Summary Department: DPH Surgery Status: Full-Time Shift: Monday - Friday (must be available to assist during the weeknds if needed) Title: RN Director, Surgery | RN Director, Surical Services ABOUT ORLANDO HEALTH - DR. P. PHILLIPS HOSPITAL Orlando Health Dr. P. Phillips proudly holds recognition as a "Best Regional Hospital" by U.S. News & World Report and selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare. We are an award-winning, full-service medical/surgical facility that has been serving the residents of southwest Orange County and Orlando's growing tourist population since 1985. With a highly qualified team of nurses, support staff and physician specialists, our 285-bed facility provides combined expertise and advanced technology in numerous areas of specialty, including diagnostic imaging, cardiovascular care, orthopedic care, surgical services and emergency medicine. The hospital is equipped with robotic surgical capabilities for colorectal, general, gynecologic and urologic surgeries and has earned Joint Commission certification for its total hip and knee replacement programs utilizing innovative, personalized technologies. Dr. P. Phillips Hospital is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve. Forbes has named Orlando Health as one of America's Best-In-State Employers. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing FREE education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you. TOP REASONS TO CHOOSE ORLANDO HEALTH - DR. P. PHILLIPS HOSPITAL Competitive Pay Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions. All Inclusive Benefits (start day one) Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees. Forbes Recognizes Orlando Health as a Best-In-State Employer Forbes has named Orlando Health as one of America's Best-In-State Employers for 2021. Orlando Health is the top healthcare organization in the Metro Orlando area to make the prestigious list. "We are proud to be named once again as a best place to work," said Karen Frenier, VP (HR). "This achievement reflects our positive culture and efforts to ensure that all team members feel respected, supported and valued. Employee-centric Dr. P. Phillips Hospital has been selected as one of the "Best Places to Work in Healthcare" by Modern Healthcare. ABOUT DPH SURGERY SERVICES The surgery department is located on the second floor of tower A and provides comprehensive care on a 24-hour, 7-day week basis. Dr. P. Phillips surgery provides intraoperative services for patients requiring orthopedic, neurological, general, vascular, gynecological, urologic, ENT, and robotic services. Anesthesia services are provided by a contracted anesthesia provider and include general sedation, monitored anesthesia care, regional anesthesia, and consultation for all patients requiring anesthesia services. Responsibilities Position Summary Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of an inpatient 24/7 nursing unit/department. Evaluates the environment and makes recommendations to ensure delivery of quality service, optimal patient flow and comfort, safety, and compliance with various standards of care, regulatory/governing bodies (e.g. OSHA, JCAHO), infection control, and risk management. Essential Functions • Allocates resources and coordinates services to optimize patient care and services. • Provides leadership for quality and service activities in the unit/department to promote a culture of safety for patients, families, and staff. • Promotes a satisfied, healthy work environment for the workforce by establishing a climate of growth, challenge, and development of all team members. • Analyzes, develops, and maintains an effective and efficient nursing delivery model that reflects patient and family needs, ultimately achieving desired outcomes. • Works in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to balance technology with values that emphasize quality of life, consumer choice, risk-benefit decisions, and access. • Responsible for management of team members including recruitment, retention, supervision, evaluation, and productivity. • Assists in developing and monitoring the operating and capital budget; resolves variances and implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. • Assures development, implementation, and evaluation of an evidence-based, quality clinical nursing practice consistent with nursing research, and organizational and national practice standards. • Leads and participates in departmental and hospital programs, committees, and special projects to achieve desired outcomes. • Fosters patient, family and professional relationships that are reciprocal, synergistic, and characterized by mutual respect and professional growth. • Cultivates exemplary customer services throughout the unit/department. • Serves as a liaison between team members and nursing administration. • Demonstrates professional accountability by maintaining proficiency in assigned role and involvement in professional organizations. • Facilitates and supports team member involvement in professional and organizational activities. • Identifies issues arising from individual differences and develops awareness of those issues in nursing staff, medical staff, and other health care providers. • Serves as a mentor for professional practice. • Holdsself and others accountable to Orlando Health's mission, vision, and values. • Performs all other duties as assigned. • Manages various human resources functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and performance counseling. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures. Qualifications Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred. Licensure/Certification Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Experience Three (3) years as a registered nurse in a surgical setting, with one (1) year leadership experience Hospital experience high preferred Education/Training Graduate of an approved school of nursing with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required. Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with Graduate degree in Business or health-related field preferred. Licensure/Certification Current licensure as a registered nurse in the State of Florida or Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. May require one or more of the following certifications based on the assigned patient population: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Neonatal Advanced Life Support (NALS) Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) Experience Three (3) years as a registered nurse in a surgical setting, with one (1) year leadership experience Hospital experience high preferred Position Summary Responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of an inpatient 24/7 nursing unit/department. Evaluates the environment and makes recommendations to ensure delivery of quality service, optimal patient flow and comfort, safety, and compliance with various standards of care, regulatory/governing bodies (e.g. OSHA, JCAHO), infection control, and risk management. Essential Functions • Allocates resources and coordinates services to optimize patient care and services. • Provides leadership for quality and service activities in the unit/department to promote a culture of safety for patients, families, and staff. • Promotes a satisfied, healthy work environment for the workforce by establishing a climate of growth, challenge, and development of all team members. • Analyzes, develops, and maintains an effective and efficient nursing delivery model that reflects patient and family needs, ultimately achieving desired outcomes. • Works in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team to balance technology with values that emphasize quality of life, consumer choice, risk-benefit decisions, and access. • Responsible for management of team members including recruitment, retention, supervision, evaluation, and productivity. • Assists in developing and monitoring the operating and capital budget; resolves variances and implements strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs. • Assures development, implementation, and evaluation of an evidence-based, quality clinical nursing practice consistent with nursing research, and organizational and national practice standards. • Leads and participates in departmental and hospital programs, committees, and special projects to achieve desired outcomes. • Fosters patient, family and professional relationships that are reciprocal, synergistic, and characterized by mutual respect and professional growth. • Cultivates exemplary customer services throughout the unit/department. • Serves as a liaison between team members and nursing administration. • Demonstrates professional accountability by maintaining proficiency in assigned role and involvement in professional organizations. • Facilitates and supports team member involvement in professional and organizational activities. • Identifies issues arising from individual differences and develops awareness of those issues in nursing staff, medical staff, and other health care providers. • Serves as a mentor for professional practice. • Holdsself and others accountable to Orlando Health's mission, vision, and values. • Performs all other duties as assigned. • Manages various human resources functions including hiring, work assignments, coaching plans, and performance counseling. • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards. • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.