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Director of Nursing

hace 27 días

Paramus

Job Description NexGen and Transcend Surgery Center Assistant Director / Director of Nursing Position Summary The Assistant Director / Director of Nursing plays a key leadership role within our clinical teams. You will play a pivotal role in providing top-tier medical care while leading clinical operations for our nursing team. This position demands excellence in patient treatment, a strong focus on patient education, and leadership in optimizing the range of services that NexGen and Transcend offer, including and highlighting minimally invasive procedures. Key responsibilities include day-to-day operations of the operating rooms, managing staff, providing patient care, team mentorship, and clinical administration to ensure a cohesive, patient-centered environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Leadership and Mentorship • Mentor and support clinical and administrative teams and other providers by offering guidance, training, and development opportunities., • Has responsibility for the surgery center as it relates to patient safety, patient care standards, and adherence to relevant regulatory and compliance standards., • Assumes direct management and administrative responsibility for the overall operation of the surgery center, including but not limited to hiring, education, evaluation, and management of nursing staff., • Assign tasks to LPNs, registered nurses, scrub techs, X-ray techs, and other OR personnel based on their skills and the surgical procedure., • Ensuring that all nurses are cross-trained in all aspects of circulating, scrubbing, Pre-Op, PACU, and positioning/operating of surgical equipment and machinery, • DON should be proficient in all aspects of all surgical services, including infection control and best practices for sterilization of equipment, • Overseeing the efficient workflow in the operating room, including room turnover and case scheduling., • Monitoring staff performance and addressing any concerns related to patient care., • Lead monthly staff meetings to review best practices, discuss patient care plans, and ensure departmental alignment., • Implements and reinforces action plans and goals that support staff inclusion, empowerment, and development., • Accountabilities include supporting patient outcomes relative to patient flow, clinical outcomes, patient engagement, overall clinical efficiency, and the delivery of culturally competent and consistent care in the surgical center., • Proactively manage position control. Review staffing needs on a weekly/monthly basis, actively work to ensure appropriate staffing. Patient Assessment and Treatment • Conduct comprehensive assessments and ensure all documentation is completed and in real time., • Collaborate with the Clinical and Business directors to improve patient education materials and treatment protocols., • Ensure pre-op and post-op areas are run efficiently and in line with clinical standards of care., • Review infection prevention protocols routinely with all staff. Patient Education and Communication • Educate patients on their conditions, all available treatment options, and limitations to promote realistic expectations and open communication., • Ensure staff is providing education to patients that allows for compliance and improved patient outcomes. Documentation, Quality, and Compliance • Complete patient documentation within NexGen/Transcend’s EMR system by the end of each shift., • Evaluate the quality of patient care through reports as well as by observations during rounding., • Performs daily chart reviews to ensure documentation compliance in all areas of responsibility and addresses fallouts timely with appropriate plans of correction., • Ensure all documentation is compliant and thorough to support timely claims submissions and ensure compliance with Federal, state, and local laws., • Protect patient information by adhering to HIPAA standards and using compliant communication tools (e.g., Slack, eCW)., • Monitors the personnel, supply, and equipment considerations to ensure compliance., • Participates in activities to correct deficiencies in patient care services., • Maintain a broad understanding of the regulatory environment to support compliance with requirements., • Serves as lead for infection prevention, ensuring compliance with all infection prevention guidelines Team Collaboration and Work Environment • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive care in line with NexGen’s mission, vision, core values, and overall strategic plan., • Foster E R E C T culture, • Support direct reports to proactively address opportunities for improvements in patient experience/care and continuously monitor performance., • Engage actively in team meetings and continuing education to remain current with medical best practices., • Performs other related duties as assigned Community Engagement • Represent NexGen and Transcend professionally at public events to strengthen community ties and NexGen’s reputation. Work Schedule and Overtime • Follow an approved schedule: 40 hours per week for full-time employees and a minimum of 20 hours for part-time roles., • Rotating weekends according to the needs of the organization, • Overtime when needed, • Travel Requirement, • The ability to travel to various sites as required by the organization is a necessity QUALIFICATIONS Education and Licensure • Bachelor’s degree in nursing required., • Current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the state of New Jersey, • 5+ years of leadership/management experience preferred, • 2+ years of operating room / OR experience preferred Skills and Experience • Strong clinical assessment abilities to deliver comprehensive medical care and lead teams are necessary., • Proficiency with clinical documentation in both paper and EMR as well as familiarity with documentation standards and regulatory compliance in healthcare settings., • Critical thinking and problem-solving to optimize patient outcomes and operational efficiency., • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective patient education and team collaboration., • Dedication to high-quality patient care and creating a positive work environment. Additional Leadership Qualifications • In-depth knowledge of NexGen and Transcend policies and procedures, with a responsibility to ensure department-wide compliance., • Ability to supervise support staff effectively, identifying areas for improvement and offering supportive guidance. Ability to perform performance evaluations, hire effective team members, etc., • Provide a quarterly department overview highlighting team member achievements in skill development and communication., • Submit a quarterly report with observations on patient cases and staff performance, including chart reviews, training recommendations, and areas for quality improvement., • Utilizes logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Physical Requirements, • Ability to perform physical tasks such as patient adjustments, lifting, and positioning., • Capacity to stand, walk, and engage in treatment sessions for extended periods., • Willingness to assist with moving supplies or equipment as necessary Core Values = E R E C T ● Empathy ● Respect ● Excellence ● Compassion ● Teamwork Compensation and Pay Transparency NexGen Orthopedic Health and Wellness intends to attract a best-in-class Director of Nursing. Actual base salary will depend on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, skill set, experience, and/or performance. Base pay is just one component of the total compensation package for the successful candidate. The pay range for this role is 85K to 140K. Other rewards may/will include annual bonus, health insurance coverage, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and sick time and vacation. Company DescriptionWHO WE ARE NexGen Orthopedic Health and Wellness was founded with a clear purpose: to improve the quality of life of every patient we serve. We believe orthopedic care should be compassionate, personalized, and holistic — focused not only on treating conditions, but on restoring freedom, mobility, and confidence. As a fully integrated, multi-specialty, multi-site organization spanning orthopedics, interventional pain, wellness, and ambulatory surgery, NexGen delivers care across the full continuum. Our clinical excellence is nationally recognized by leading professional organizations including the Cervical Spine Research Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Society for the Study of Lumbar Spine, and the North American Spine Society. Already a highly successful provider in the communities we serve, NexGen is now entering its next chapter: intentional scale, enterprise maturity, and durable growth — without compromising the patient-first values that define who we are.WHO WE ARE\r\nNexGen Orthopedic Health and Wellness was founded with a clear purpose: to improve the quality of life of every patient we serve. We believe orthopedic care should be compassionate, personalized, and holistic — focused not only on treating conditions, but on restoring freedom, mobility, and confidence.\r\n\r\nAs a fully integrated, multi-specialty, multi-site organization spanning orthopedics, interventional pain, wellness, and ambulatory surgery, NexGen delivers care across the full continuum. \r\n\r\nOur clinical excellence is nationally recognized by leading professional organizations including the Cervical Spine Research Society, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, Society for the Study of Lumbar Spine, and the North American Spine Society.\r\n\r\nAlready a highly successful provider in the communities we serve, NexGen is now entering its next chapter: intentional scale, enterprise maturity, and durable growth — without compromising the patient-first values that define who we are.

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