Bariatric Surgery Nurse Coordinator (RN)

Registered Nurse, Surgical Services Coordinator

Grow your nursing career with University of Maryland Capital Region Health Medical Group at our beautiful National Harbor location!

Our expanding team is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Bariatric Program as a Surgical Services Coordinator, RN. In this role, you will combine your clinical expertise with patient education, surgical coordination, and administrative support to help patients navigate each step of their surgical journey.

Working alongside physicians and the clinical team, you will provide continuity of care and serve as a trusted resource for patients and families before, during, and after surgery.

MondayFriday | 8:00 a.m.4:30 p.m. | On-site in National Harbor, MD

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of pre-, intra-, and post-operative patient education programs, outcome measures, and quality activities.
• Serve as a clinical resource to patients and families, providing education, coaching, and counseling throughout the surgical care journey.
• Identify high-risk patient care concerns and trends and implement appropriate interventions to support optimal quality outcomes.
• Coordinate patient participation in required preparatory and informational meetings, support groups, pre-surgical testing, and surgical clearances.
• Collaborate with providers to assess and address patient clinical questions and concerns before, during, and after surgery.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling and support continuity throughout the surgical process.
• Facilitate insurance authorizations and completion of required administrative documentation.
• Partner closely with physicians, clinical teams, patients, and families to ensure coordinated, patient-centered surgical care.
• Maintain effective communication and organization across clinical and administrative aspects of the surgical program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Licensure & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, required.
• Valid Maryland Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact eligibility in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing (MBON), required.
• Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required.
• Five (5) years of direct patient care experience as a Registered Nurse (RN), required.
• Three (3) years of experience as a Registered Nurse (RN) within a bariatric program, required.
• Ambulatory nursing experience within a surgical specialty practice, preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

All applicant information will be handled confidentially in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $47.00 - $70.54 per hour.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Staff Members.
• Build on your clinical expertise and grow your career within a high-performing surgical services program. This role offers opportunities to expand your skills, contribute to the continued growth of the bariatric program, and pursue future career advancement.

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