Position Overview:

The Nursing Manager is responsible for the administration and supervision of nursing personnel in the Perioperative Services areas: 7027 (PACU), 7031 (Preop, including PAT); and is accountable to the Director of Surgical Services, for coordination of all nursing care given and related supporting services of the Department and personnel. 

The main function is that of leadership and promotion of cooperative staff effort.  

In the absence of the Director, the Nursing Manager assumes this responsibility and accountability.

The Nursing Manager is responsible for the location and completion of assigned functions in the daily operation of the Perioperative Services units assigned to him/her.  

She/He interprets hospital and departmental philosophy, objectives, policy and procedures.  

Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only.





Position Qualifications:

Current RN licensure in the State of California.

Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintain current at all times).

Bachelor’s Degree

3 years clinical experience in Surgical Services

Effective verbal and written communication skills to communicate with people on all levels and able to maintain positive working relationships with patients, families, and co-workers inter- and intra-departmentally.

Possess active listening skills.

Demonstrates knowledge of current nursing theory and practice.

Compassionate, non-judgmental patient caregiver and advocate.

Must be able to tolerate physically and mentally demanding work.

Possesses audible acuity necessary for taking blood pressures and maintaining patient safety.