Nursing Coordinator - Operating Room (WMC)
About The Position
The Operating Room (OR) at UHS Wilson Medical Center is seeking a Nursing Coordinator to provide leadership, coordination, and supervision of nursing, technical, and/or support staff, ensuring smooth daily operations. This role collaborates with the Nurse Manager and other department coordinators to implement policies and procedures, uphold nursing practice standards, and continuously monitor and improve the quality of nursing services in the OR. UHS emphasizes the importance of every connection, supporting patients and empowering teams for growth and success. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic planning, drive departmental goals, and lead with empathy in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements
- A graduate of an accredited school of nursing
- Bachelors in Nursing
- Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience
- Current New York State Registered Nurse License
- CPR within 3 months of hire
- Completion of professional certification in the relevant specialty practice within 3 years.
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership experience
- Current professional certification in the relevant specialty
Responsibilities
- Determines staffing needs and schedules for 24-hour coverage of patient care needs.
- Supervises the assignment of patients and allocation of nursing staff according to patient needs, patient acuity, and staff skill mix.
- Functions as a clinical consultant for patients, families, department staff, physicians, and other hospital departments.
- Troubleshoots clinical and operational matters collaboratively.
- Participates in the recruitment, interviewing, and hiring of staff for the operating room.
- Plans, coordinates, and participates in clinical education, including orientation of new staff and education to meet learning needs of staff.
- Provides direction and assistance to students and faculty.
- Mentors and coaches staff toward professional growth and development.
- Completes performance appraisal process for technical and support staff (i.e., assistants, aides, unit secretaries) as assigned in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.
- Assists with performance appraisals for RNs and others as requested.
- Provides recognition and retention activities in conjunction with the Nurse Manager.
- Monitors and ensures staff/unit compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- Participates in the review and revision of department policies and procedures.
- Acts as a liaison between staff and management.
- Participates in the development and implementation of the department performance improvement plan in conjunction with the Nurse Manager and others as relevant.
- Executes the duties and responsibilities of the Nurse Manager in their absence.
- Assumes “on call” responsibilities when covering for the Nurse Manager.
- Maintains a clinical practice by providing direct patient care when needed.
- Oversees the preparation of supply requisitions and inventories equipment and supplies.
- Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develops.
- Will perform additional responsibilities, as requested.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Discounted childcare through Bright Horizons
- Voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection
- Paid Time Off (PTO) starts accruing from day one
- 403(b) retirement plan with company match
- Flexible spending accounts
- Access to financial advisors
- Up to $400/year in wellness rewards
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counseling
- Virtual mental health support
- Food pantry
- PTO donation program
- Professional attire through the Classy Closet
- Access to 100,000+ online courses
- Leadership programs
- Tuition reimbursement
- Clinical ladders
- Internal mobility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
