Nursing Coordinator - Operating Room (WMC)

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## Nursing Coordinator - Operating Room (WMC)
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** Position Overview
** Sign On Bonus Eligible:
Up to $15,000!
UHS Wilson Medical Center, Operating Room is seeking a Nursing Coordinator to provide leadership, coordination, and supervision of nursing, technical, and/or support staff while ensuring smooth daily operations.
The OR Nursing Coordinator role works collaboratively with the Nurse Manager and other department coordinators to implement departmental and hospital policies and procedures, uphold standards of nursing practice, and continuously monitor and improve the quality of nursing services delivered in the Operating Room    At UHS, we believe that every connection matters—from the way we support our patients in critical moments to how we empower our teams to grow and succeed.

If you're ready to contribute to strategic planning, drive departmental goals, and lead with empathy in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to make a meaningful impact where every connection truly counts.
** Primary Department, Division, or Unit:
** Operating Room, UHS Wilson Medical Center
** Primary

Work Shift:

** Day Rotational
** Regular Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

** 40
* * Compensation Range:**$44.77 - $67.15 per hour, depending on experience-----##
** 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.
* Participates in the Clinical Ladder Program as knowledge and expertise develops.
* Will perform additional responsibilities, as requested
** Education/Experience
** Minimum

Required:

* A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
* Bachelors in Nursing
* Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience

Preferred:
* Previous leadership experience
** License/Certification
** Minimum

Required:

* 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.

Preferred:
* Current professional certification in the relevant specialty-----#
** Why You’ll Love Working at UHS
** At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work…