Registered Nurse (RN) – Operating Room GYN Service Line Coordinator – St. Mary's Hospital
- Bon Secours
- Richmond, VA, USA
Job Description
OR RN GYN Service Line Specialty Coordinator
Schedule: 40 hours a week 6:45am-3:15pm
*No Call required, however will need to pick up a Holiday shift*
$5,000 Sign On Bonus
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The OR Registered Nurse Specialty Coordinator provides direct and indirect patient care in surgical specialties utilizing the nursing process and current clinical knowledge to provide professional nursing care for all patients in the surgical unit in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The OR Registered Nurse Specialty Coordinator utilizes advanced knowledge and experience to assess the health needs of patients, collaborate with health team members to coordinate patient care, anticipates the outcomes of nursing interventions, and sets criteria for the quality of patient care.
Essential Job Functions
Performs all essential job functions of the RN Surgical Services including but not limited to providing pre-op, intra-op and post-op care to surgical patients, administering medications, patient assessment and care planning, patient safety advocate, point of contact for patient care coordination, may delegate tasks as appropriate, manages patient care in the OR and coordinates needs of the team with care providers, keeps accurate records, operated equipment, and anticipated the needs of the surgical team.
Able to perform in the scrub nurse role as necessary. Provides and anticipates the needs and requests of the surgeon. Ensures that appropriate instrumentation and supplies are readily available in the room or on the sterile field.
Assists the Director Perioperative Services or designee in the preparation of the fiscal budget, long range planning, and major equipment budgeting for the operation rooms. Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers cost reduction initiatives. Analyzes the department’s needs, including vendor relations, and informs the Manager through the budgeting process.
Supports surgical service’s efforts to exceed patient satisfaction rates for the individual facility, consistently using scripted language that promotes excellent patient satisfaction responses. Supports efforts to exceed targets for employee engagement, recruitment, and retention for the individual facility.
Assists the Director Perioperative Services or designee with continued communications with physicians, sales representatives, public, and other departments. Coordinates with surgeons, vendors and hospital leadership to source and procure supplies, instruments and equipment as requested by surgeons for patient care for their service line. Orders items as necessary.
Maintains and updates preference list of physicians and procedures for their service line. Reviews individual, unit and specialty data for all dimensions of performance and applies this data to continually improve patient care activities.
Participates in, and helps plan, education and development and implementation of unit and departmental education. Advises, precepts, and teaches staff. Serves as intra-facility resource for unit in-service educational needs.
Advocates on behalf of patient/family to connect them with appropriate resources to meet identified needs and address concerns.
Achieves outcomes that consistently meet or exceed generally accepted clinical standards for the discipline. Leads and participates in relevant quality improvement initiatives. Demonstrates an awareness of current literature (research) in area of practice and participates in unit-based research activities as appropriate. Offers performance improvement initiatives. Demonstrates ability to manage the Daily Surgery Schedule as required. Responsible for daily assignments of specialty team members. Coordinates care delivery to achieve optimal patient outcomes and physician satisfaction
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state of practice (required)
ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred)
PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred)
CNOR Certified Perioperative Nurse (preferred)
SGNA Society of Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates (preferred)
Education
Graduate of an accredited school or college of nursing (required)
2 year/ Associate Nursing Degree (required)
BSN Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, RSFH required if hired after July 1, 2022)
Work Experience
Two years’ experience in perioperative nursing, including post-surgical care (based on market design) (required)
Training
None
Language
None
Patient Population
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.
Neonates (0-4 weeks)
Infant (1-12 months)
Pediatrics (1-12 years)
Adolescents (13-17 years)
Adults (18-64 years)
Geriatrics (65 years and older)
Working Conditions
Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.
May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*
May be required to use physical restraints.
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*
May have periods of constant interruptions
* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.
Physical Requirements
Physical Demands
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.) X
Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) X
Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) X
Stoop, Kneel X
Crawling X
Climbing X
Balance X
Bending X
Work Position
Frequency 0% 1-33% 34-66% 67-100%
Sitting X
Walking X
Standing X
Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards
Physical Requirements
Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)
Perform shift work
Maneuver weight of patients
Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings
Reach above shoulder
Repetitive arm/hand movements
Finger Dexterity
Color Vision
Acuity – far
Acuity – near
Hazards
Depth perception
Use of Latex products
Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
Exposure to moving mechanical parts
Exposure to potential electrical shock
Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy
Exposure to high pitched noises
Gaseous risk exposure
Skills
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Administer medications
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Record patient medical histories
Budgeting & Financial Acumen
Analyzing data or information
Scheduling
Ability to teach and use group processes
Knowledge of AORN and SGNA standards and best practices
Knowledge of sterile field and sterilization guidelines
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Able to work under pressure
Professionalism
Move with a sense of urgency
Preceptor
Role model
Ability to motivate
Communication with multi-levels
Mentor
Presentation skills
Staff development
As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon secours – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
Who we are
We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.
As a Bon Secours associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
Learn more about us at careers.bonsecours.com.
What we offer
· Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
· Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
· Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
· Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Discover how Bon Secours is the place for you.
Benefits may vary based on employment status.