Robotic Nursing Coordinator

NY United Health Services•Johnson City, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Robotics Nursing Coordinator, RN to support and help lead the expansion of our Robotic Surgery Program, including the addition of a second da Vinci robotic surgical system. This newly created role will play a critical part in shaping the future of robotic-assisted surgery at UHS by coordinating daily operations, optimizing scheduling and resources, and serving as the primary nursing liaison for the robotics program. The Robotics Nursing Coordinator supports case preparation, staff education, and ongoing competency development while ensuring compliance with safety, regulatory, and manufacturer standards. This role partners closely with surgeons, anesthesia, perioperative leadership, vendor representatives, and nursing staff to deliver exceptional surgical outcomes.

Requirements

A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
Current New York State Registered Nurse License
CPR within 3 months of hire
Completion of professional certification in the relevant specialty practice as soon as eligible (generally after 2 years of experience in the specialty)
Bachelors in Nursing or evidence of planned completion within two (2) years
Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelors in Nursing
Previous experience in relevant nursing practice setting
Previous experience in a supervisory role
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 his/her 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.