Director of Nursing - Ambulatory Surgical Center
22 days ago
Sioux Falls
Job DescriptionChatGPT said: Clinical Director – Urology Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) Full-Time, Exempt | Leadership Position Reports to: Chief Operating Officer Department: Urology Specialists Ambulatory Surgery Center About the Role Our high-performing, specialty-focused Urology Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking an experienced Clinical Director to oversee all clinical operations. This leadership role blends deep urology surgical knowledge with operational excellence and technology-driven practice improvement. The Clinical Director will shape the patient experience, working closely with urologists, nursing personnel, and support teams. Key Responsibilities Urology-Specific Clinical Operations • Provide daily leadership and oversight of all urology ASC clinical functions including pre-op, intraop/procedural care, and sterile processing., • Ensure evidence-based care for urology procedures such as cystoscopy, prostate biopsy, minimally invasive BPH procedures, and other endoscopic or outpatient surgeries., • Partner with surgeons and team to ensure efficient case flow, turnover times, OR block utilization and facility schedule., • Oversee urology equipment and technology, including scopes, implants, ultrasound, and specialty disposables., • Lead ongoing optimization of sterile processing workflows, ensuring compliance with AORN, AAMI, and manufacturer guidelines for delicate urological instruments., • Maintain continuous readiness for accreditation surveys (AAAHC and SD DOH) and CMS Conditions for Coverage., • Oversee infection prevention systems, including cystoscopy-specific reprocessing compliance and water quality management., • Track and report urology-relevant outcomes such as surgical site infections (SSI), unplanned returns to the OR, and unplanned admissions., • Recruit, hire, train, and mentor nursing and clinical support staff with a focus on urology competencies., • Maintain appropriate staffing models supporting surgeon schedules, procedural mix, and patient acuity., • Optimize supply chain and equipment utilization, calculate case cost data, identify opportunities for cost savings., • Serve as a clinical informatics leader, ensuring seamless integration of technology and documentation with urology workflows throughout USC., • Lead documentation standardization for urology procedures to support accuracy in coding, quality metrics, case costing, and regulatory reporting., • Partner with IT and clinical teams to maintain data integrity, troubleshoot system issues, and drive workflow innovation., • Develop and monitor dashboards tracking OR efficiency, case duration trends, equipment utilization, and urology-specific quality indicators., • RN required; BSN required; MSN, MHA, or MBA preferred., • Minimum 5 years of perioperative or ASC experience, with at least 2 years in a urology environment strongly preferred., • Minimum 2 years leadership experience in surgical services, ASC management, or similar role., • Experience with clinical informatics, perioperative workflow, EHR optimization, or workflow redesign preferred., • Demonstrated knowledge of urology surgical procedures, sterile processing of delicate instruments, and perioperative safety standards. Health, Dental, and Vision insurance * Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability * Paid Life Insurance * Generous 401(k) with Profit Sharing * Flexible Spending Account (FSA) – Dependent Care * Health Savings Account (HSA) * Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) * Paid Holiday Leave * Extended Sick Leave * Fun, supportive, and collaborative workplace culture If you're an engaged and compassionate leader looking to contribute to a high-quality outpatient surgical environment, we encourage you to apply and join our team at Urology Specialists Clinic #hc209903