Supervisor Sterile Processing - Overnights

Monday‑Friday 22:30‑07:00 rotating call and weekends. Join the country’s only full‑service pediatric health care center where you’ll have opportunities for career growth, professional development, and inclusion. We support and deeply value our team members. A Brief Overview Supervises and has 24‑hour accountability for Sterile Processing to accomplish organizational and departmental strategic goals and objectives. Supervises and operates the Sterile Processing area and all of its related systems in an efficient, effective manner. This includes decontamination, inspection, cleaning, assembly, and packaging of all reusable linens, instruments and medical/surgical equipment for Children’s Hospital. Is responsible for the orientation, training and education of all Sterile Processing personnel, ensuring they meet core competencies of their position. Working under the supervision of the Manager Distribution Services, the Supervisor monitors compliance with department policies and procedures, collaborates with other departments, and utilizes the Materials Management Inventory System to track inventory items and issues for the Operation Room, Anesthesia, Procedure Room, and OR Sterile Core. Essential Functions Monitors compliance with policies and procedures, AAMI guidelines, infection control policies and other regulatory agencies including JCAHO. Directs the preparation of sterile supplies, instruments and equipment; coordinates routine activities of the Sterile Processing staff, plans and schedules work for the group. Responsible for tracking sterile processing data, performance improvement documentation and administrative records. Maintains adequate level of instruments in circulation, reorders replacements when necessary and schedules and controls all instrumentation repairs in a cost‑effective manner. Serves as the administrator of the SPM instrument tracking system, is expert in all facets of its operation, maintains and updates the database as necessary, produces monthly reports and documentation as requested by the Distribution Manager and Director of Materials Management. Coordinates and ensures CEUs are available for staff to maintain current certification status. Mentors and provides guidance to staff for continued development and expectations of the department. Personnel Management Prioritizes and coordinates daily work activities; provides leadership and guidance by sharing expertise with others; approves schedules and monitors time worked. Trains and/or oversees training of employees on job‑related tasks. Conducts employee performance management duties including completion and delivery of performance evaluations, setting goals, dissemination of information, coaching, addressing performance issues, routine correction actions and recommending termination of employment. Submits notifications for personnel actions (e.g. status changes, terminations). May participate in selection, hiring and salary recommendations. Operational/Financial Management Ensures cost‑effective use of resources by identifying and implementing changes related to staff allocation and assignment and patient/department supplies. Ensures compliance with quality assurance, safety practices, policies and record‑keeping standards. May assist with the development and maintenance of policies and procedures. May participate in the implementation of business plans for the area. May assist with annual budget by tracking expenses and providing input for future budget needs. Education Qualifications High School Diploma or G.E.D required. Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in science or related field preferred. Experience Qualifications Minimum 3 years of healthcare Sterile Processing or Surgical Technologist experience required. Minimum 1 year supervisory experience preferred, preferably in a healthcare setting. Skills and Abilities Analytical abilities to resolve employee and process problems. Interpersonal skills necessary to educate, motivate and coordinate employee performance. Licenses and Certifications CST – Certified Surgical Technologist required or Certification as a Sterile Processing Technician required. Employees with Surgical Technologist certification must obtain the Sterile Processing Technician certification within 1 year. #J-18808-Ljbffr Children’s Nebraska