• Nurse Shift Manager Surgery Scheduler

    Dignity Health (Sacramento, CA)


    Responsibilities

    Position Summary:

    The Nurse Shift Manager – Surgery Scheduler plays a key leadership role in the surgical services department by overseeing the efficiency of the daily surgery schedule and ensuring optimal use of block time. This position is responsible for the allocation of anesthesia resources and directly supervises the surgery scheduling team.

     

    + Supervises nursing staff assigned to a particular shift. Assigns patients to available nursing staff, taking into consideration the patient's condition and the employee's skill level.

    + Assesses, monitors, and educates the nursing staff on patient care. Institutes emergency procedures as necessary.

    + Anticipates staffing needs and moves proactively to respond to them.

    + Oversees stocking of supplies and updating patient records to ensure that the nursing floor is ready for subsequent shifts.

    Qualifications

    Education and Experience:

    + Associate's Degree in Nursing (e.g., ADN).

    + Minimum of two (2) years of clinical experience as a registered nurse.

    Licensure:

    + Registered Nursing License (RN) in state of practice, Basic Life Support (BLS), other credentials or credential modules may be required.

     

    Overview

     

    Nestled in the heart of East Sacramento, Dignity Health Mercy General Hospital is a 313 bed acute care facility that provides a wide range of services with special advocacy for the poor and underserved. Mercy General is home to the nationally ranked Alex G. Spanos Heart & Vascular Institute. Key achievements and recognitions include: from the Joint Commission; Advanced Joint Replacement, Spine Center of Excellence Primary Stroke Center, Ventricular Assist Device, and Chest Pain Certification. Other accolades include CMS 5 stars, Practice Green Health 2021, Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade "A", Level 4 Epilepsy Center and Opioid Stewardship Honor Roll. Mercy General Hospital is proud to foster inclusion and diversity as part of our mission, vision, and values.

     

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    Pay Range

    $66.53 - $85.94 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.