Director Perianesthesia Care Services

SUMMARY

The Director of Perianesthesia Care Services will oversee the integration and management of the Pre-Admission Testing (PAT) for Rhode Island Hospital & The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital Hold & Prep, and Rhode Island Hospital Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) departments under a unified structure. This leadership role will ensure the seamless delivery of care across these three critical phases of the perioperative process, improving patient outcomes, enhancing clinical workflows, and promoting staff collaboration. The Director will be responsible for developing and maintaining clinical pathways, streamlining communication, and continuously optimizing patient care and operational efficiency.

CORE VALUES AND SUCCESS FACTORS

Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization’s values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. The core Success Factors emphasize trust, patient and community focus, collaboration, accountability, effective teamwork, vision, purpose, and optimized work processes. Leaders demonstrate an aptitude for ensuring accountability, building effective teams, driving vision and purpose, and optimizing work processes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Leadership and Management Provide strategic leadership and direction for the combined PAT, Hold & Prep, and PACU departments. Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of clinical managers, nurses, and support staff across all three departments. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and patient-centered care. Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, hospital policies, and best practices across all areas of responsibility. Serve as the primary liaison between departments and executive leadership to ensure alignment with hospital goals. Clinical Operations and Patient Care Pathways Develop and maintain standardized clinical pathways that ensure a seamless, efficient, and safe patient journey from pre‑admission through to recovery. Coordinate the integration of pre‑admission testing, preparation for surgery, anesthesia handoff, and post‑operative recovery. Oversee patient flow, identifying opportunities to minimize delays, reduce bottlenecks, and improve overall perioperative efficiency. Ensure patient safety, optimal clinical outcomes, and high patient satisfaction levels across all three departments. Workflow Integration and Communication Lead efforts to reduce handoffs and minimize communication gaps between departments. Implement real‑time communication systems for patient updates, status changes, and team coordination. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve clinical decision‑making and streamline operations. Staff Development and Training Oversee cross‑training initiatives for staff across the PAT, Hold & Prep, and PACU departments. Provide ongoing education and training to keep staff up to date on best practices, policies, and technologies. Performance and Quality Improvement Monitor and evaluate key performance indicators such as patient wait times, satisfaction, complication rates, staff efficiency, case cancellations, and recovery times. Take appropriate actions to address issues and identify opportunities for system‑level improvement. Lead efforts to continuously improve operational efficiency and clinical outcomes. Establish a feedback loop with staff and patients to gather insights and make data‑driven decisions. Compliance and Regulatory Oversight Ensure adherence to all relevant regulatory standards, including those set by The Joint Commission, OSHA, and state authorities. Manage accreditation processes and maintain readiness for inspections and audits. Daily Management Responsibilities Staff coordination: ensure shifts are properly filled and aligned with patient volume. Patient flow management: monitor transitions and minimize wait times. Operational troubleshooting: address immediate issues such as testing delays or staff shortages. Quality and safety monitoring: review daily clinical metrics and incident reports. Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in nursing or a related field such as healthcare administration (preferred). Consideration for internal candidates enrolled in a Master’s program. Licensure and Certifications Registered Nurse license in the State of Rhode Island or under the Nurse Licensure Compact. American Heart Association BLS and ACLS certifications. Preferred: CNOR, CPAN, CAPA, NE-BC, or CENP certifications. Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) for process improvement. Experience At least 5 years of healthcare leadership experience focused on perioperative services (pre‑admission testing, hold & prep, procedural areas, or PACU). Experience managing or overseeing multiple departments or clinical teams within a perioperative setting (preferred).

EEO STATEMENT

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