What you will do:

• Provides leadership, direction, and resource (human and material) management to assure appropriate implementation of policies and procedures for delivery of patient care, assesses the effectiveness of resources and facilitates teamwork, positive work environment and collaboration between all members of the health care team. Participates in development of the department's vision and planning. Plans, schedules and adjusts staff to meet department and hospital requirements.
• Assists surgical teams in achieving quality patient outcomes by managing day-to-day Operating Room (OR) operations and facilitating collaboration among the interdisciplinary team, i.e., surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical assistants, scheduling coordinators and other departments to meet the clinical care coordination needs of patients. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to identify resources needed and resolve issues that affect patients and the team. Communicates and collaborates with other surgical support areas to provide continuous, smooth transition of care and day-to-day operations between units. Provides oversight to ensure adequate unit supplies, equipment, and stock.
• Interviews, recommends hires, disciplines and recommends discharges (when necessary) subordinate team members in accordance with Northwest Community Hospital (NCH) policies and procedures. Regularly evaluates the ongoing performance of team members in accordance with the hospital's performance management system. Guides and promotes the development of staff. Organizes and conducts monthly staff meetings to review data findings, discuss problems identified with system related issues, outcomes, standards of practice, and/or other related practice issues. Demonstrates accountability for outcomes through critical thinking and effective problem resolution. Follows through on all issues, challenges or roadblocks affecting the outcomes of the department.
• Assesses patient plans of care, acuity levels and census data to identify and plan for variances in staff or material resource adjustments. Flexes staff to meet census fluctuations assuring that appropriate staff resources are assigned to meet patient needs and acuity.
• Conducts product trials and evaluate product needs on an ongoing basis with supply management.
• Serves as a consultant to other care settings on patients in area of specialty. Participates in direct care as appropriate demonstrating the knowledge and skills necessary to assess, treat, and provide care appropriate to the age(s) of the patients served on the assigned unit.
• Collaborates with Director to identify unit goals and to ensure that they are met. Collaborates with the preceptor team and the clinical nurse specialist in the development of staff skills during orientation and on an ongoing basis.
• Identifies, initiates, and participates in performance improvement opportunities. Assesses the cost and effectiveness of specialty areas resources and recommends changes.
• Adheres to all Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

What you will need:

• Bachelors Degree Nursing Preferred
• 2 Years of experience in an acute care OR setting required. And
• 1 Year Previous leadership experience preferred. CNOR preferred.
• The interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills necessary to interact with patients and interact and collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team. The ability to adapt communication approach with different members of the interdisciplinary team.
• The ability and self-assurance to be assertive and innovative when collaborating with physicians and the interdisciplinary team.
• The leadership skills necessary to motivate and manage employees, utilizing a team approach, delegate appropriately and direct activity in provision of patient care.
• The organizational skills to manage daily operations, coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize work according to timelines and monitor outcomes and actions.
• The organizational and decision-making skills necessary to work independently and anticipate, prioritize, follow through, and effectively manage time and resources.
• Ability to perform computer skills necessary for data inquiry and data entry.
• Proficient in area of specialty/practice.
• The ability to project a professional image that is consistent with the NCH value of customer focus.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Required And
• Registered Nurse (RN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) Required And
• AHA Heartsaver CPR - American Heart Association (AHA) Required

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options, including Domestic Partner Coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities