Assistant Clinical Manager, Perioperative Services, Plastics and Genitourinary

Primary Scope

The Perioperative Assistant Clinical Manager (ACM) provides daily clinical and operational leadership for a specific surgical service line. This role ensures specialty-specific preparedness, staff support, and coordinated patient care in partnership with the Nurse Manager, OR floor coordinators or charge nurses.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership for Service Line

• •Direct supervisory responsibility up to 25 FTEs.
• •Coordinate surgical case flow and resource allocation for assigned service lines in collaboration with the charge nurse to ensure on-time starts, efficient turnovers, and optimal throughput.
• •Provide real-time clinical support, expertise, and mentoring to RNs and surgical staff.
• •Review daily schedules for assigned specialties and adjust staffing and resources based on acuity and procedural complexity.
• •Maintain accurate preference cards and ensure instrument, supply, and equipment readiness for specialty cases.
• •Act as the primary liaison between surgeons, staff, and leadership for operational and workflow issues.

Staff Development & Human Resource Support

• •Assist the Nurse Manager with scheduling, staff assignments, evaluations, and performance improvement plans.
• •Identify staff training needs and coordinate with the Clinical Educator for targeted education.
• •Support onboarding of new staff and surgeons, ensuring understanding of workflows and expectations.
• •Foster a respectful, inclusive, and accountable team culture.

Financial & Resource Stewardship

• •Promote cost-effective care delivery through appropriate use of supplies, implants, equipment, and staff resources.
• •Monitor service utilization trends and contribute to operational and capital budget planning.
• •Collaborate with surgeons and leadership to identify and justify capital equipment needs.
• •Encourage initiatives that improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• •Participate in specialty-related quality improvement projects, audits, and performance reviews.
• •Ensure compliance with hospital policies, union agreements, and regulatory standards, including Joint Commission.
• •Review documentation for accuracy, particularly regarding implants, counts, and specialty-specific details.
• •Assist in developing specialty-related policies and protocols.

Leadership Collaboration & Departmental Support

• •Support the Nurse Manager in executing departmental goals and tactical initiatives.
• •Provide leadership coverage during the Nurse Manager’s absence to ensure continuity of operations.
• •Communicate operational issues, resource needs, and service-level concerns to leadership.
• •Serve on departmental or hospital committees as assigned.

Qualifications:

• •Education: Associate’s degree in nursing (BSN) required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• •Licensure: Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Rhode Island or in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact.
• •Experience: Minimum of 2 years of relevant perioperative nursing experience with demonstrated leadership and clinical expertise.
• •Professional Membership: Active member of AORN and CNOR preferred.

Skills:

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities; proficiency in perioperative workflows and resource management.

Pay Range:

$90,334.40-$180,689.60

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Rhode Island Hospital - 593 Eddy Street Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Work Type:

M-F 7:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. Work Shift:

Day Daily Hours:

8 hours Driving Required:

No