RN Surgery Operations Coordinator- Jefferson Highway
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
- Excellent knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques.
- Solid understanding of patient safety and precautions.
- In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures.
- Ability to be self-directed.
- Proficient in indicators of operational success such as unit productivity, expense management, regulatory requirements, and quality indicators.
- Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to routinely manage priorities and projects involving multiple constituencies.
- Excellent time management skills and ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to work in stressful situations and always remain objective and professional.
Job Duties
- Ensures the operating room is clean, sterilized, and gathers supplies needed to complete an operation safely.
- Alleviates patient concerns before surgery.
- Organizes, plans, supervises, and provides coordinated patient care within the unit.
- Supervises, develops, and evaluates assigned departmental staff nurses and technicians.
- Promotes the adoption of nursing protocols and clinical practice guidelines to support evidence-based practice.
- Manages conflict on assigned shifts and collaborates with other supervisors and unit leadership if further action is needed.
- Collaborates with patient quality, safety, and experience leadership and promotes patient quality, safety, and experience processes.
- Supports daily clinical operations on the unit by ensuring effective scheduling, staffing, and appropriate clinical supplies and resources are available for patient care.
- Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.
This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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