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Description The Operating Room (OR) Nurse Manager at our NEW Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center is responsible for staffing, managing, and coordinating the activities required to provide a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery. The Nurse Manager will oversee the Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing Department staff regarding clinical and ancillary services within the center and analyze and evaluate all nursing services rendered to improve clinical outcomes. This individual will demonstrate leadership by working collaboratively to promote patient satisfaction and participate in staff development, educational programs, infection control, and orientations. In addition to managerial responsibilities, this role will include direct patient care. This is a full-time position working Monday - Friday out of our Plymouth Orthopedic Surgery Center, our center hours are Monday - Friday 6am-5pm. Twin Cities Orthopedics is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare. We have a comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Plan, Maternity Bundle, 401K with Profit Sharing, Tuition Reimbursement, Gym & Car Rental Discounts and more. Essential Functions: Directs and participates in staff training, development, educational programs, infection control, and orientations. Knowledgeable and consistent with the proper channels of communication within the department and surgery center Communicates with Executive Director of unit activity and personnel; seeks assistance as needed and completes required documentation Assures cost-effective utilization of supplies & equipment and maintains adequate inventory Assists in establishing and enforcing continuous quality improvement data collection and activities Works with Department Lead/Charge Nurse to schedule employee and case assignments Completes employee performance evaluations in a timely and thoughtful manner Fosters an environment in which the OR team can work cooperatively toward objectives Works with site leadership in planning and evaluating safe, economical, efficient patient care in all areas of the center Demonstrates understanding/compliance with the state and federal regulations Knowledgeable of the psychological, physiological & spiritual needs of patients & directs care accordingly and in an age appropriate manner for patients. Utilizes nursing process and demonstrates leadership skills. Has the ability to assess: airways, vital signs, dressings, IV's, condition of the patient, administering medications with documentation, and ensure patient safety and comfort Directs and assists with care of patients in cardiac arrest or emergency situations as needed Manages and verifies the P&P's (Policies and Procedures) are consistent and accurately used Promotes safety and health in the work environment Maintains all employee annual testing and health documentation Demonstrates compliance with hazardous waste, radiation safety, and all other applicable clinical related standards (e.g. AORN, ASPAN, AAAHC, JCAHO, CMS CfC's, etc.) Accountable to reporting occurrences through the center's established occurrence reporting process related to employee and/or patient/visitor events Fosters the developmental and educational process of self, colleagues, orientees and students (includes functioning as a preceptor). Participates in acceptable continuing education, fostering career and skill development including meeting departmental continuing education requirements. Assists in managing controllable costs by the proper, non-wasteful use of Surgery Center resources. Actively participates in Quality projects, as applicable. Identifies issues & assists in collection of data for Quality purposes. Contributes ideas for improvement. Contributes personally to the "team oriented" environment by demonstrating cooperative, constructive problem-solving interaction with all Surgery Center employees. Occasionally participate in community functions relating outreach events throughout the year. Any and all other duties as assigned, to include the responsibilities of the Operating Room Circulator - Registered Nurse. Education and Experience Requirements: Graduate of an NLN accredited school of registered nursing. BSN preferred Current licensure as a RN in the State of MN or WI multi-state required Two years of OR experience in the last 3-5 years preferred Two years of orthopedic experience in the last 3-5 years preferred Current member of the AORN recommended Strong interpersonal skills beneficial Current BLS certification required Essential Requirements: Ability to: Comply with company policies, procedures, practices and business ethics guidelines. Complete job required training. Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.) Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance Work in the surgery center during business hours Travel independently throughout the surgery center (which may include movement from floor to floor); frequent bending, lifting, standing, stooping or sitting for long periods of time may be required Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately and meet deadlines Communicate and interact in a respectful and professional manner Prioritize workload while being flexible to meet the expectations of the daily operations Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Understand and execute a variety of instructions Effectively operate equipment and communicate on and operate the phone system Work independently with minimal supervision Travel to other work locations, if required Performance Expectations - i-Health's Core Values: Integrity - Do the right thing and take responsibility for what you do and say Service - Consistently contribute to deliver an exceptional experience Quality - Act with high purpose, committed effort, and skillful execution to exceed expectations Innovation - Identify progressive solutions that improve service, teamwork, efficiency, and/or effectiveness Teamwork - Be a part of the whole; support each other positively Environmental Conditions: Surgery Center setting Notes i- Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. This position description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change. Essential and Additional Job Functions are subject to modification. Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health) is an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008.