Robotics Program Manager (RN) - Operating Room (OR)

Robotics Program Manager (RN) - Main Operating Room (OR) page is loaded## Robotics Program Manager (RN) - Main Operating Room (OR)locations: Richmond, VAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R43633The Robotics Program Manager plays a pivotal role in advancing VCU Health's robotic surgical program, driving both strategic vision and day-to-day operational excellence. This leader is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and financially sustainable growth of robotic surgery across multiple specialties within the enterprise. In this role, you will champion innovation by optimizing robotic system utilization, supporting the onboarding of robotic surgeons, and leading the training and development of operating room staff, particularly in the use of DaVinci robotic technology. You’ll work at the intersection of clinical excellence and operational performance, helping to expand access to cutting-edge surgical care. As a key liaison, you will collaborate closely with surgeons, OR leadership, perioperative services, vendors, and hospital administration to align goals, enhance patient and staff engagement, and deliver exceptional outcomes. This is an opportunity to shape the future of surgical care within a highly collaborative and forward-thinking environment.**Essential Job Statements****Program Oversight and Development-**Lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of the Davinci robotics program. Establish goals for utilization, efficiency and quality outcomes in collaboration with surgical leadership**Staff Support**-Coordinate staff onboarding, and training for robotic surgery allowing for the growth of 24/7 access to the robot for all specialties. Provide ongoing education and competency support working with the perioperative education department for all RNs and STs at each VCU location**Operational Efficiency**-Monitor case scheduling, block utilization and turnover times**Financial Stewardship**-Track instrument usage, disposable spend and recognized savings opportunities. Partner with supply chain and vendor to manage inventory**Data, Quality and Reporting**-Maintain Dashboards on utilization, surgeon volumes, and clinical outcomes. Report program metrics to hospital leadership**Strategic Growth**-Identify new specialties and work with providers to ensure education and robotic surgery adoption. Support community outreach and marketing in efforts to differentiate program competitively.**Vendor and Technology Management**-Serve as the primary contact for Intuitive Surgical. Evaluate new robotic technologies and support integration into practice when onboarded both with surgeons and with staff.**Patient Population:** Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies 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 their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable 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)**Employment Qualifications**Required Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursingPreferred Education: Master’s degree in nursing**Licensing/ Certification**Licensure/Certification Required: Registered NurseLicensure/Certification Preferred: N/A**Minimum Qualifications**Years and Type of Required Experience: 3 years progressive experience in robotic surgery, through multiple specialty product linesOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Experience in an academic health center environmentOther Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred: N/A**Working Conditions:** May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights. May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. \* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. \* May have periods of constant interruptions. Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.**Physical Requirements**Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (100+ lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.) Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Balance, Bending. Crawling, Climbing Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing**Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards**Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Maneuver weight of patients, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision, Acuity – far, Acuity – nearHazards: Depth perception, Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to moving mechanical parts, Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy, Exposure to high pitched noises**Mental/Sensory – Emotional** Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking, Emotional: Fast paced environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent ChangeRotatingEEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. #J-18808-Ljbffr Virginia Commonwealth University Health