Manager, Pre/Post-Op - Twin Cities Orthopedics

The Pre-Op/PACU Manager is responsible for staffing, managing, and coordinating the activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery. The Manager will oversee the Pre-Op, PACU, and procedure room staff regarding clinical and ancillary services within the center and evaluate all nursing services rendered to improve clinical outcomes. This individual will demonstrate leadership by working collaboratively to promote patient satisfaction. In addition to managerial responsibilities, this role will include direct patient care.

This is a full-time position working daytime hours M-F out of our Blaine Orthopedic Surgery Center.

Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

• Directs and participates in staff training, development, educational programs, infection control, and orientations.
• Knowledgeable and consistent with the proper channels of communication within the department and surgery center.
• Communicates with the Executive Director on unit activity and personnel; seeks assistance as needed and completes required documentation.
• Assures cost-effective utilization of supplies & equipment and maintains adequate inventory.
• Assists in establishing and enforcing continuous quality improvement data collection and activities.
• Schedules employee and case assignments.
• Completes employee performance evaluations in a timely and thoughtful manner.
• Fosters an environment in which the patient care team can work cooperatively toward objectives.
• Enforces policies regarding proper handling of narcotics used in the clinical settings by the staff.
• Supports the Executive Director with planning and evaluating safe, economical, efficient patient care in all areas of the center.
• Demonstrates understanding/compliance with the state and federal regulations.
• Knowledgeable of the psychological, physiological & spiritual needs of patients & directs care accordingly and in an age-appropriate manner for patients.
• Knowledgeable in the management of patient's pain and directing care. Maintains patient privacy, pain management, safety, confidentiality, block preparation, manage pre & post op. orders and all other documentation.
• Directs and assists with care of patients in cardiac arrest or emergency situations as needed.
• Manages and verifies the P&P's (Policies and Procedures) are consistent and accurately used.
• Promotes safety and health in the work environment
• Maintains all employee annual testing and health documentation
• Demonstrates compliance with hazardous waste, radiation safety, and all other applicable clinical related standards (e.g. AORN, ASPAN, AAAHC, JCAHO, CMS CfC's, etc.)
• Accountable for reporting occurrences through the center's established reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events.
• Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor).
• Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements.
• Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of surgery center resources.
• Occasionally participate in community functions relating to outreach events throughout the year.
• Any and all other duties as assigned, to include the responsibilities of a Pre-Op/PACU RN.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate of an NLN accredited school of registered nursing.
• BSN preferred. A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.
• Current licensure as a RN in the State of MN or WI multi-state required.
• Two years of PACU experience in the last 5 years.
• Current member of the American Society of Post-anesthesia Nurses recommended.
• Two years of leadership nursing experience, preferably in outpatient surgery setting
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certification required.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.
• We offer a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts - to learn more clickhere.

Essential Requirements:

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines.
• Complete job required training.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance
• Work in the clinic, office or surgery center during business hours
• Travel independently throughout the clinic, office or surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds with occasional lifting and moving of a maximum of 50 pounds may be required
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines
• Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner
• Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations
• Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Understand and execute a variety of instructions
• Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system
• Work independently with minimal supervision
• Travel to other work locations, if required

Performance Expectations - i- Health's Core Values:

• Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say
• Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience
• Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations
• Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness
• Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively

Environmental Conditions:

• Surgery center setting

Notes:

• Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.
• We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify/employees
• This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification.
• Due to mandatory CMS and CDC COVID-19 vaccination reporting for the ASCs, all ASC employees who are vaccinated for COVID-19 should send a copy/photo of their COVID vaccination card to HR@RevoHealth.com. ASC employees who are not vaccinated for COVID-19 do not need to take any action. If you have any questions, please reach out to HR@RevoHealth.com.

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