Director Nursing - Surgery Center Lutheran - SCA Health
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
About the Job
Surgery Center at Lutheran is an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) jointly owned managed by SCA Health. We provide patients with services with a variety of surgical needs. We are a fast-paced, high volume, high quality and safety centered outpatient surgery center that provides exceptional care to all patients, offering a tremendous work-life balance and boasting a culture that is employee and patient-focused. Join our growing team today!
Why join SCA Health? Consider the following fantastic benefits…
- Positive work culture
- Career growth opportunities
- Comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance – eligible on Day 1 of employment
- Paid time off plus 9 paid holidays
- Maternity/paternity/adoption benefits
- Employer-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance
- Excellent 401(k) Plan
The Director of Nursing is responsible for all aspects of nursing care delivery in the facility. They will assume responsibility as a department lead of the OR, Preop, and PACU. The Director of Nursing is also responsible for overseeing the facilities quality improvement, risk management, infection control, and education of the teammates.
Director of Nursing Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership oversight to ensure patient needs are met in accordance with instructions of physician and facility’s policies & procedures.
- Demonstrate respect for co-workers & leadership and develops positive working relationships within departments.
- Provide direction to others that is clear, concise and promotes efficiency throughout the clinical areas of the facility.
- Recognize legal policy limits and individual practice.
Director of Nursing Requirements:
- Associates degree in nursing required, a bachelor’s degree in nursing preferred.
- Current RN licensure.
- 2 years Nursing Management experience preferred.
- Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification.
- Successful completion of ACLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current ACLS certification.