DescriptionIntroductionDo you have the career opportunities as a(an) Supervisor Central Sterile you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida North Florida Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.BenefitsHCA Florida North Florida Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Supervisor Central Sterile where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!Job Summary and QualificationsHCA Florida North Florida Hospital is seeking a Supervisor of Central Sterile. The role is responsible for providing safe and effective nursing care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing process. Responsible for the direction and supervision of personnel assigned to deliver that care.JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES:Clinical Criteria:1.Manages staff to ensure quality of work.2.Monitors/evaluates customer satisfaction surveys to identify strengths/weaknesses of Dept.3.Keeps the Department Director informed of any unusual concerns, situations or conditions relative to patients and medical staff.4.Assists staff members in establishing goals and objectives for individual growth/development.5.Keeps and maintains all records of safety and quality controls within the department.6.Evaluates and recommends purchase of instruments, repairs and capital equipment.7.Recognizes/develops new services/processes to present to Department Director as appropriate.8.Collaborates with others in planning patient care.9.Responds promptly and accurately to meet patient's needs.10.In conjunction with other members of the health care team, plans for maintaining instrumentation levels to meet needs.11.Recognizes patients’ needs to assert independence and reluctance to express dependency needs and anxiety about hospitalization.12.Adheres to aseptic technique.13.Administers medication safely and accurately utilizing the “5 rights”.CUSTOMER SERVICE:Insure the application of Customer Service principles in meeting and exceeding the expectations of internal and external customers to provide satisfaction.1.Monitors staff interpersonal transactions to insure application of customer service practices.2.Reviews customer service precepts with staff as needed.3.Recognizes individuals for practicing outstanding customer service.4.Provides necessary materials to enable employees to function at peak performance in providing customer serviceFINANCIAL MANAGEMENT:Manage fiscal operation of department using the budget as a guideline for revenue and expense analysis.1.Assists in development of new processes or services which to supervise staff within perimeters assigned.2.Concurrently analyzes department instrumentation needs on an ongoing basis to determine potential variances and make adjustments where necessary.3.Identifies savings opportunities or revenue enhancements that add value to departmental or facility processes.4.Adheres to and enforces accounts payable policies.5.Assists in preparing operational and capital budgets.HUMAN RESOURCES:Utilizes proper Human Resource guidelines in the selection, training and ongoing performance management of staff. Ensures appropriate facility staffing levels based on customer needs.1.Leads by example and inspires employees to highest potential.2.Utilizes information gathered at staff meetings to develop action plans for process improvement.3.Implements improvement in productivity without decreasing quality of customer service.4.Develops programs to broaden employee knowledge and skill level and takes advantage of cross-training opportunities within the department.5.Maintains sufficient qualified and competent staff to provide highest level of service.6.Determines the qualifications and competence of department personnel who provide patient care or administrative services.7.Consults with Human Resources prior to implementing disciplinary action or terminating an employee. Discipline is applied on a consistent and timely basis with complete documentation.8.Provides comprehensive department and job-specific orientation, in-service training and continuous education for all employees and maintains appropriate documentation.9.Consistently applies Human Resource policies and procedures. Specific attention is paid to attendance, tardiness and image guidelines.10.Ensures successful timely implementation of Performance Evaluation process including Planning, feedback, coaching, progress review and appraisal.11.Holds regular staff meetings. Takes minutes of meetings and makes them available to Director, and communicates pertinent information to staff not in attendance.INTERGRATION AND COORDINATION OF SERVICES:Maintains collaborative/cooperative relationships with others in the organization by sharing meaningful information, soliciting feedback and exhibiting respect and support. Integrates department’s services with the hospital’s primary function.1.Is proactive in developing a network between and within departments.2.Collaborates with internal customers prior to implementing department changes impacting those customers. Gets feedback once change has been implemented.3.Is proactive in exchanging feedback/recognition with staff and director.4.Actively promotes and supports facility’s philosophy, mission, vision and Code of Ethics and Compliance.5.Attends and actively participates in meetings assigned by Director.PLANNING:Develops and updates department business plan and goals consistent with the facility’s strategic business plan, mission and vision.1.Proactively provides information, which affects organization wide plan.2.Develops, reviews, updates, and communicates to employees, department and facility goals.3.Develops and implements policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services.4.Responds, promotes and supports changes with flexibility.5.Manages departmental plan consistent with budgetary constraints.6.Meets reporting deadlines.7.Develops departmental policy, which demonstrates cross Department collaboration.8.Maintains appropriate quality control program.9.Participates in the selection of outside sources for needed services.ETHICS AND REGULATORY PROACTIVENESS:Ensures organization and department specific compliance with corporate requirements and requirements of all applicable (local, state and federal) agencies.1.Uses trends and acts upon information obtained to ensure quality of care and employee safety.2.Anticipates and plans for implementation of change required by various regulatory agencies, and communicates same. Maintains Department according to appropriate regulatory compliance agencies and make required improvements/changes when deficiencies are noted.3.Department standards are consistent with Hospital’s Plan for Patient Care.4.Conduct reinforces company values and promotes the Code of Conduct5.Meets leadership obligations under the Ethics and Compliance ProgramGENERAL1. Analyzes and informs director of needs for instrumentation.2.Observes staff for efficiency and completeness of processing instrument trays3.Supervises, orients and instructs personnel emphasizing importance of quality in sterile processing.4.Inspects area daily for compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and standards. Takes corrective action when violations occur.5.Maintains quality assurance, safety, environmental and infection control standards for area.6.Maintains open relationship with all department utilizing sterile processing. Gives feedback to departments as needed.7.Supervises and assist with care and maintenance of departmental equipment used in performance of duties. Request maintenance and repair of equipment and maintains records.8.Performs other duties as directed/required.9.Performs random audits for quality of care in preparing surgical instrument trays.10.Serves as a liaison with vendors and reinforces adherence to policies and procedures for consignment instrumentation. Reports deficiencies in compliance.Education Required and/or Preferred:
Associate's Degree required (Upon hire, may be enrolled in a degree program)
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Experience Required or Preferred:
3 years related experience required
Supervisory experience is preferred
Licensure/Certification:
BLS certification required
AHCSMM, International Association of Healthcare Services Material Management certification within 1 year of hire/transfer required.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:Demonstrated skills in organization, verbal and written communications, customer service, math, analysis, reading, following instruction, basic computer usage.HCA Florida North Florida Hospital is a 523-bed, full-service medical and surgical acute care center. For over 49 years, we have served North Central Florida. We offer comprehensive cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, and neurosciences. We offer minimally-invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgery, weight loss surgery and treatment. Other services that we provide include women’s health and wound therapy. We are fully accredited by the Joint Commission and certified as a Comprehensive Stroke Center. Our hospital has an Accredited Chest Pain Center by ACC (American College of Cardiology) and is designated as a Blue Distinction Center for Spine Surgery and Bariatric Surgery. We are committed to patient safety and quality of care. We have received the highest scores available in recognition of this commitment.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderIf you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Supervisor Central Sterile opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.