Coordinator, Operating Room
NueHealth•Overland Park, KS
About The Position
This position directs, coordinates, and controls the multidisciplinary activities required to provide a safe and efficient environment for patients undergoing surgical intervention. The Coordinator oversees daily operating room operations, staff, supplies, compliance, and quality-related activities.
Requirements
- Licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of employment.
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
- At least five years of experience in a surgery setting.
- At least two years of supervisory experience.
- Thorough knowledge of nursing theories and practices.
Responsibilities
- Conducts education and in-service training for Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) staff.
- Participates in and performs studies for the Quality Improvement committee.
- Oversees the daily surgical schedule and ensures specialty supplies and implants are available.
- Assigns Operating Room staffing and monitors employees’ paid time off requests.
- Provides leadership and support and maintains effective relationships.
- Manages policies and procedures, clinical system tools, and training to ensure compliance.
- Advocates on behalf of patients while they are in the operating room.
- Ensures preference cards are kept up to date.
- Monitors implants, vendor access, and charges in the Operating Room.
- Collects, maintains, and supervises necessary OR and SPD logs.
- Monitors and trains staff on expired items, sterilization, and terminal cleaning.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
