Administrative Nurse I - Team Lead - Foregut, Metabolic, General, Bariatric, Robotics, Surgonc, and Colorectal (ADMIN NURSE I)

The Administrative Nurse I (ANI) manages assigned Surgical Service(s) assisting with clinical management and administrative coordination. The AN I in the OR is an RN with advanced skills who is an expert in surgical nursing care providing direction, coaching and to staff nurses and other OR staff in the daily operations in a variety of surgical specialties. Reporting to the Assistant Nurse Manager (AN 2) and working closely with the surgical team, the AN I facilitates the smooth operation of the nursing unit; and acts as a mentor, preceptor, and resource for the Clinical Nurse I and II, as well as other staff members. Provides advanced consultation to other units and hospital staff regarding complex surgical patient care problems. Manages assigned Surgical Service(s) and/or assigned Pod in the Pavilion O.R., Children's Surgery Center, Same Day Surgery Center, University Tower and/or other operating room location in the Perioperative Services Division. The AN I is expected to have the ability to assume the scrub and/or Circulator role at any time. Functions as relief charge nurse as needed. #CA-LA

Apply By Date: 04/29/2025 by 11:59p.m.

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Three (3) years recent scrub and circulating RN experience in a similar OR setting performing complex procedures, including one (1) year experience in Foregut, Metabolic, General, Bariatric, Robotics, Surg-Onc & Colorectal service.
• Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR
• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
• CNOR Certification within six (6) months of hire date.
• Must demonstrate ability in assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care, taking into consideration protective interventions, development (behavioral and physical) and physiological characteristics specific to the patients.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience managing a Surgical Service{s) serving as the lead resource.
• Ability to scrub and circulate a wide variety of surgical procedures.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability to perform functions of Clinical Nurse II at a proficient level.
• Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity.
• Ability to utilize medical terminology appropriately.
• Judgment skills to make independent clinical decisions.
• Leadership skills to set an example, coach and mentor employees, promoting teamwork and encouraging professional development.
• Ability to appropriately utilize and coordinate available resources (personnel and equipment/supplies) to ensure that the patients on a specific unit receive safe, appropriate patient care during the course of a shift.
• Knowledge of current trends in nursing.
• Written communication skill to prepare error-free prose that effectively conveys ideas, facts, and/or information to an audience appropriate for the assignment.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Effective interpersonal skills for the target audience.
• Ability to adapt to change accurately and quickly under pressure working in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work/stand for long periods of time in a close environment with others.
• Ability to see well enough to read charts and instructions.
• Ability and fine motor dexterity to manipulate micro sutures and micro instruments, appropriately manipulate surgical instruments/equipment, computers, keyboard, and mouse.
• Basic computer skills to use standard business software including email and common word processing applications, and to use an electronic medical records program (EMR) to access and record patient and case information.
• Ability to safely lift 25 pounds and assist in moving patients, and to stand on feet over extended periods.
• Physical strength to assist in moving and/or lifting patients and surgery equipment
• Ability to perform clinical duties with burn patients in an environment up to 95 degrees for up to two hours at a time.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Key Responsibilities

• 35% - Nursing Process and Practice
• 35% - Service Coordination/Team Lead Responsibilities
• 10% - Communication, Collaboration and Teamwork
• 10% - Professional Development
• 5% - Customer Service
• 5% - Leadership and Quality

Department Overview

The main Operating Room delivers patient care through provision and management of capital supplies, instrumentation, and technological support as well as human resources in collaboration with medical and paramedical staff to effectively manage patients undergoing elective, urgent, and emergent surgical intervention.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $77.40- $107.45
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 111
• UC Job Title: ADMIN NURSE 1
• UC Job Code: 009134
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift (Work Schedule): 8 hour- shift, M-F, 0630-1500
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: NX-Nurses
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site
• This position is not an H-1b visa opportunity.

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

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* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Environmental Demands

• Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

Must meet on-call commitment.Works overtime as defined by the collective bargaining agreements, floats to other areas and works weekends and holidays.Reference report reflect an overall meet or exceeds rating.Ability to work overtime, float to other areas and work weekends and holidays.Ability to safely lift 25 lbs. and assist in moving patients and stand on feet over extended periods.

Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement:

• As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

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