CO Salary Range: USD 45.48 - 75.81 per hour

　　Primary City/State:

　　Sterling, Colorado

　　Department Name:

　　Surg-Hosp

　　Work Shift:

　　Day

　　Job Category:

　　Nursing

　　Primary Location Salary Range:

　　$45.48 - $75.81 / hour, based on education & experience

　　In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.

　　Find your path in health care. Banner Health is committed to not only providing the finest care possible, but to advancing the way care is provided. To achieve our vision, we seek out professionals who embrace change and who possess the passion and skills to make it happen. Apply today.

　　The largest city in the northeastern part of the state, Sterling is a farm and ranch community with deep roots on the Colorado prairie. Sterling's laid-back lifestyle makes it easy to explore a variety of outdoor and cultural activities, from boating, fishing and swimming in North Sterling State Park, to hiking, biking, golf, hunting-and-shooting sports or admiring unique public art.

　　Sterling Regional MedCenter is looking for a full-time Associate Director to oversee the Surgical Services Department in Sterling, Colorado. The Surgical Services department does primarily general surgery, laparoscopy, endoscopy, athroscopy, and extensive orthopedic surgeries. This team is highly focused on providing the best patient outcomes and a quality of care that is unparalleled for the community and surrounding areas. In this position you will oversee the daily operations of the OR, manage productivity and efficiencies, order supplies, provide team building, and oversee scheduling, quality assurance, financial oversight, accountability, and timecard management.

　　If you have any questions, please contact Debbie Hoekstra at 970-810-6347 OR [email protected]

　　Sterling Regional Medical Center is a 25-bed acute care regional hospital serving northeastern Colo. with state-of-the-art technology and compassionate professionalism. Since 1938, we have provided exceptional care to meet the needs of northeastern Colorado and the surrounding area. We provide our patients with cutting-edge technology such as eICU, a remote monitoring system and our intelligent OB program, a computerized system designed to reduce the chance of complications during labor. We are also home to the David Walsh Cancer Center, which offers our community an unprecedented level of cancer care. In addition, we are one of Logan County's largest employers with approximately 300 employees and more than 20 physicians representing ten specialties. We have also been voted Best Employer in Northeastern Colorado for three years in a row.

　　POSITION SUMMARY

　　This position provides managerial and clinical support to patients and staff. Uses depth and breadth of clinical management knowledge to ensure the provision of high quality, safe, and cost effective patient care. Demonstrates clinical expertise and oversees the leadership of clinical, financial, and personnel management of the assigned areas.

　　CORE FUNCTIONS

　　1. Manages and facilitates patient centered nursing care for designated patient populations by serving as a real-time clinical expert for unit staff and physicians for escalated problem-solving on patients, processes, and family issues. Manages the operations of the unit to ensure smooth and efficient patient care management and resource utilization.

　　2. Leads change by developing, implementing and evaluating quality and process improvement initiatives of the department in conjunction with the director. Seeks and utilizes input from staff and oversees change implementation. Ensures compliance with appropriate regulatory agencies.

　　3. Facilitates communication of system, regional, facility and department initiatives.

　　4. Manages and develops the operational and capital budgets and use of associated resources.

　　5. Assures the development of staff leadership through the design of effective shared leadership models and supports career advancement opportunities. Functions as a role model and encourages staff to participate in their own development.

　　6. Responsible for selection, orientation, on-boarding, and retention. Demonstrates leadership through coaching, performance evaluations, corrective actions, and development opportunities to create a culture of learning.

　　7. Manages large single unit or multiple clinical units to ensure excellent patient care. Actively develops leadership of entry level nurse manager(s) while leading clinical improvement initiatives. Internal customers include patients, staff, and physicians. External customers include patient family.

　　MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

　　BSN or MSN required for all new hires. BSN required for internal transfers/promotions within 6 months of transfer/promotion.

　　Requires a current RN license in state of practice. Requires BLS certification.

　　Must possess a strong knowledge and understanding of clinical care management as normally demonstrated through two years of clinical management experience relevant to patient population. Demonstrates knowledge and skills of specialty area. Requires critical thinking, communication, influence, decision-making, analytical, and flexibility skills to make optimal decisions based on multiple variables and desired outcomes. Must have the ability to practice skills according to department and professional standards and quality requirements. In LTC setting: Requires familiarity with Alzheimer's disease and developmental disabilities. Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital or BTMC Behavioral must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this specific facility. Employees working in the Banner McKee Senior Behavioral Health Inpatient Unit must possess an Colorado Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

　　Master's degree in nursing preferred.

　　Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

　　EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans

　　Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.

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