Supervisor Nursing Services-PACU-Methodist
US-IA-Des Moines
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Req #: 174878
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Join Our Team as a Nursing Supervisor - PACU at Iowa Methodist Medical Center! Are you ready to lead in a fast-paced, highly specialized environment? Our Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) is a dynamic 21-bay unit where patients of all ages recover from surgery. We care for a diverse population, including Trauma, Neurosurgery, General Surgery, ENT, Urology, and more-with cases ranging from low acuity to intensive care. As a Nursing Supervisor, you'll play a key role in guiding a skilled team that ensures safe, compassionate recovery for every patient. This is an opportunity to lead in a unit that thrives on collaboration, critical thinking, and clinical excellence. Why Join Us? * Work in a high-acuity environment with a wide variety of surgical specialties. * Lead a team committed to patient safety and exceptional care. * Be part of an organization that values professional growth and innovation. Apply today and help us shape the future of PACU care at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. Responsibilities: * Manages daily operations of patient care. Contributes to the maintenance of high quality, cost effective services consistent with the needs of the users and the hospital's budgetary guidelines. * Provides clinical leadership by directing, coordinating and delegating patient care in an organized manner, allowing for flexibility. * Remains competent and available to participate in patient care pertinent to clinical specialty. * Maintains awareness of applicable laws and/or regulations affecting patient care. Remains current on law/regulation changes, recognizes implications to the organization and recommends courses of action to ensure compliance. * Assists in the development of policy/procedure and guidelines for safe, efficient operation of the department as needed. * Assists in developing annual budget and takes appropriate action when appropriate to maintain control of department financial resources. * Implements evidence-based practice strategies to meet the patient care needs. Assists in the achievement of quality improvement objectives and takes necessary modifications for attainment of goals. * Participates in interviews, coaching and evaluation of team member performance with appropriate input. Demonstrates the ability to fairly and consistently interpret, apply and follow HR policies/procedures. * Consistently utilizes a holistic approach (considering physical, psych/social, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria, appropriate to the age of the patients served in the assigned service area). * Supervises, supports, evaluates and guides staff providing appropriate input for job performance. * Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Qualifications: Education: * Bachelor's Degree Experience: * One year experience as a registered nurse License(s)/Certifications: * Current Iowa License as a registered nurse
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