Registered Nurse IV- Charge Nurse

Position Summary:

Supervises daily clinical operations of the surgery center and manages the clinical and clerical staff in accordance with established Federal, State and accreditation regulations and guidelines, as well as established Avon Surgery Center policies and procedures in the absence of the Clinical Director. Oversees patient care activities in preoperative, postoperative and intraoperative. Purchasing of required supplies, controlled drugs, and equipment. Responsible for staff development, orientation and staff discipline and appraisals.

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Experience/Licenses/Certificates/Eligibility: Current Ohio or Compact RN license, ACLS and BLS required. BSN preferred. Minimum 1-year ambulatory surgery clinical experience and administrative/management experience preferred.

Eligibility:
All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

Skills/Knowledge/Ability:

Interpersonal: Excellent communication skills; oral, written and presentation. Above average organizational skills. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff members. Actively participates in the development of a healthy work environment.

Critical Thinking: Demonstrates accountability, skill and knowledge to practice within scope of position responsibilities. Demonstrates the to organize, prioritize, analyze, anticipate, interpret, evaluate and problem solve to provide a safe, effective and functional environment. Ability to direct the activities of the staff and manage the personnel.

Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in ambulatory surgery environment, preferably operating room, including direct patient care. Ability to adhere to work schedule and manage time appropriately. Ability to effectively manage the activities and personnel in the surgery center. Knowledge of current nursing matters relating to healthcare management including QAPI. Ability to utilize resources in an organized and effective manner.

Machines, Equipment, Work Aides: Standard ASC supplies and equipment. Computer, printer, copier, telephone and fax.

Physical Demands/Work Environment:
See the Physical Demand Analysis form for information specific to this position.
Essential Competencies/Performance Expectations:

Clinical Performance
Participates in patient care activities adhering to the requirements of the Operating Room RN and/or Preop/PACU RN job descriptions when providing direct patient care.
Establishes implements and evaluates quality and standards of patient care in conjunction with medical staff and clinical staff.
Develops patient care protocols, preoperative and postoperative assessment procedures, nursing policies and procedures, physician standing orders and standard discharge instructions.
Evaluates nursing staff documentation and patient care through review of medical records.

Management of Resources/Inventory
Schedules qualified staff to provide required coverage for patient care adhering to applicable guidelines.
Establishes and oversees a system to ensure adequate supplies of controlled drugs,
supplies, instrumentation and equipment are available to meet patient needs 100% of the
time, within budgetary constraints.
Coordinates appropriate use of human and material resources, being mindful of budgetary constraints.
Provides adequate staffing coverage 100% of the time.
Accurately verifies time worked through regular review of time and attendance records.
Assures worked FTE ratio is within approved budget or appropriate justification is provided.
Cancels staff appropriately according to established protocol when census is low in order to remain within budgetary limits.
Supply inventory is maintained within approved budget.
Oversees/coordinates obtaining and returning of borrowed/rented equipment and supplies in the most cost effective and timely manner.
Ensures non-expired sterile packs and supplies are available 100% of the time for scheduled cases.
Ensures no missing or unaccounted for controlled substances 100% of the time and controlled substances are accounted for in accordance with procedures established in conjunction with the pharmacy consultant.
Identifies the need for and appropriately confers with the administrative staff on resource management issues.

Management of Facility/Staff
Identifies work related improvement opportunities and analyzes them to identify causes/find solutions.
Acts decisively to implement solutions to resolve critical issues or improve processes.
Communicates clear understanding of job responsibilities, task objectives, deadlines and performance expectations.
Disseminates relevant information about decisions, plans and activities to people that need it for job performance.
Shares up-to-date information on center activities and policy changes in a timely manner.
Evaluates the performance of individuals through timely completion of competency assessments and skill checks.
Listens attentively to others. Tries to understand the meaning of the communication of others, perceives their needs and interests.
What you will receive:

• Competitive wages
• Robust benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability (short- and long-term) insurance
• Generous paid time off (PTO) program
• Seven (7) company paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Uniform reimbursement
• An organization focused on People, Passion, Purpose and Progress
• Inspirational culture

About Midwest Vision Partners

Midwest Vision Partners was founded in 2019 to build a premier eye care platform in partnership with Alpine Investors, a San Francisco-based private equity firm. Alpine is a strong supporter of MVP, given their PeopleFirst™ philosophy, unparalleled track record, significant financial resources, and a commitment to building a platform that includes physician leadership at the highest levels.

Headquartered in Chicago, our mission is to provide world-class support to ophthalmologists and optometrists, enabling them to focus on improving patients' vision to help people live their best lives. Today, MVP's network consists of 16 practices, 125 physicians, and roughly 1500 employees providing medical and surgical eyecare services at over 60 locations throughout the Midwest. We strive to be the premier provider of eyecare in the Midwest through a culture of collaboration and excellence.