Surgical Services Director - FT

Category:  Surgical Services

As an employer, Wallowa Memorial Hospital and Medical Clinics value compassion, respect, and integrity. As an employee, you can expect a fulfilling career surrounded by like-minded individuals committed to providing premier care to the residents of Wallowa County.

Wallowa Memorial treats all employees like valued family members and you will have the exciting opportunity to be a part of a world-class healthcare facility. We are recognized nationally as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals and have been named one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare for 4 years running.

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsible for direction of patient care in the operative environment.  Manages staff members in Surgery, Endoscopy, PACU, and Central Supply/Sterile Processing.  Consults with staff, physicians and Nurse Executive on nursing issues and interpretation of hospital policies to ensure patient needs are met.  Maintains performance improvement activities within the department and participates in QI activities.  Formulates budget for department.  Actively functions in role of Circulating, Scrub, and PACU RN and in Central Supply/Sterile Processing area.  Also assists materials management personnel as needed with preparing order for hospital supplies. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital, as well as the focus statement of the department.

Surgical Services Director - Job Description

REQUIREMENTS:

Individual must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing and have a current Oregon RN license. Individual must also possess current BLS/ACLS and attend quarterly code practices. AORN certification preferred with three (3) years of surgical nursing experience required.  At least five (5) years leadership experience required. 

EEOC/ACCOMMODATION STATEMENT:

Wallowa County Health Care District is an alcohol and drug-free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer. Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screenings. Please note we follow Federal Guidelines regarding prohibited substances, even for those legal at the state level.

Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation in the application or recruitment process should contact the Human Resources department for assistance.  Paper applications may be obtained at Wallowa Memorial Hospital.