Registered Nurse, RN, Shift Coordinator, Medical

Responsibilities Responsible for organizing, directing and controlling the daily OR schedule to provide quality service for the perioperative patient. Maintains active communication among medical staff, interdepartmental staff, and operating room staff. Coordinates and supervises the operation of the daily surgery schedule, case assignment, room and personnel assignments. Assumes responsibility for the operation of the Surgery Department, Sterilization Department, and Endoscopy Department when Manager is not present. Assumes daily responsibility for coordination of the surgical schedule to assure the most efficient utilization of the operating rooms. Assigns, coordinates and monitors utilization of personnel and facilities. Collaborates with charge anesthesiologist to ensure that the schedule runs efficiently in accordance with policies and protocols. Provides assistance and leadership to the staff to ensure departmental objectives and assignments are accomplished as scheduled. Acts as a resource person for clinical care problems in all areas. Markets department’s services and equipment to physicians. Works to maintain a positive team relationship with physicians and coworkers. Monitors/coordinates special equipment. Evaluates the level of patient care delivered in the operating room and recommends changes to ensure compliance with established standards of nursing care. Supervises and assists various specialty Lead RNs as needed. Ensures desired level of productivity is achieved through appropriate staffing levels, monitor for correct clocking practices, and ensures that specialty Lead RNs are held accountable for their employees accomplishing their assigned duties. Be available for phone calls and act as a liaison for the surgery department during off hours to aid in managing the surgery schedule and employee issues that may present themselves. Organizes, develops, implements, and modifies schedule planning and schedule administration program based on facility goals and objectives in conjunction with the ADSS. Collaborates with Education Coordinator to identify and facilitate staff developmental needs as they relate to schedule planning and administration. Contributes to development of quality improvement standards for schedule planning and administration with subsequent implementation and maintenance of ongoing program. Demonstrates understanding of unit standards, policies and procedures and relates them appropriately to personnel. Reviews and recommends procedure/policy revisions and staffing changes necessary to delivery of quality patient care. Provides instruction on the correct care and handling of supplies and equipment to ensure their proper function. Monitors nursing operative practices, correct aseptic techniques and infection control procedures. Monitors and provides staff participation at mandatory in-service education: including Fire, Safety, Infection control, and disaster plan. Coordinates nursing and surgical scrub technician students with students’ instructors. Demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with all constituencies and cooperates harmoniously with others in the accomplishments of department’s goals in meeting the needs of quality patient care. Communicates with ancillary departments to define and resolve specific problem areas and ensure continuity in patient care. Interprets patients’ and surgeons’ needs to all personnel and provides supervision and instruction when necessary to meet these needs perioperatively. Communicates schedule delays and changes to anesthesiology, surgeons, and nurse managers, and establishes appropriate schedule modifications. Communicates with staff, anesthesia providers, and surgeons to assess needs and problem solve. Ensures that the RN Leads are informing patients and families regarding the status of the procedure, especially in emergency and prolonged procedures, after consultation with staff physician / room staff. Be available to perform this role when RN Leads are not able. Communicates performance expectations for control desk, off‑shift and holding staff. Regularly seeks input from physicians regarding satisfaction with level of patient care and/or quality concerns. Ensure that staff work schedule, call schedule, and vacation schedules are out weeks in advance in order to provide adequate staffing for daily surgery schedule. Demonstrates support for departmental and institutional leadership and Methodist Health Service Corporation. Maintains confidential information. Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhance nursing practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research. Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education. Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Qualifications Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (required). Work experience specific to patient population. Location: Urbana, IL Compensation and Benefits Compensation: This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting. The actual compensation offered to a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Benefits: Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. 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