Job Summary
Reporting to the department director and manager, the OR Clinical Coordinator assists in the coordination of patient care in the OR providing direction and clinical supervision of patient care in specific specialty areas (i.e., Thoracic, Orthopedics, Gyn, Vascular, Urology, Ophthalmology, Dental, ENT, Neuro, and General Surgery).
The OR Clinical Coordinator is a professional caregiver with clinical and supervisory knowledge and experience which promotes an atmosphere that is responsive to the needs of patients, nursing and medical staff and serves as physician liaison and primary resource for specialty needs in the OR. The OR Clinical Coordinator also provides input into major purchasing decisions for the OR and specialty area.
Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.
Example of Essential Functions
• Plans, organizes and evaluates patient care activities in his/her specialty area in collaboration with others to facilitate safe and efficient care.
• Checks on procedures during set up and while in progress to ensure smooth completion as evidenced by absence of delays or complaints.
• Anticipates need for special supplies or equipment and ensures availability for procedures as evidenced by lack of delays or complaints.
• Ensures ongoing availability of supplies and equipment for OR and specialty through monitoring of future case needs and requests.
• Supervises and provides direct patient care in accordance with accepted nursing standards while utilizing the nursing process.
• Makes frequent rounds to assure the quality and appropriateness of patient care.
• Identifies areas needed for improvement in patient care delivery and plans for effective change.
• Serves as a resource to staff, colleagues and other departments.
• Prepares patient care assignments considering the skill mix and competence of the employees and the patient care needs.
• Participates in the management of Human Resources for the Department.
• Coaches, counsels, mentors and evaluates staff and communicates outcomes to the Manager.
• Evaluates the progress of employee developmental objectives.
• Collaborates with the Department Educator to meet the educational needs of the specialty area and department.
• Responsible for the ongoing evaluation of staff performance.
• Coaches, counsels, mentors and disciplines as appropriate.
• Encourages critical thinking.
• Prepares and presents evaluations, after collaboration with the Manager, Educator and peers as appropriate.
• Identifies developmental needs of the staff and assists them in obtaining the necessary resources for accomplishment.
• Follows up on the developmental action plans.
• Submits completed performance evaluations to the Manager for processing six weeks prior to the employees’ review date.
• Participates as requested in interviewing and selection of applicants.
• Monitors and evaluates the practice of new staff providing feedback as needed.
• Serves as a resource to new orientees.
• Actively engages in departmental efforts to promote retention of staff and provide for a high level of employee morale.
• Participates in the management of other Department Resources.
• Serves as a liaison to physicians in assigned specialty to facilitate availability of supplies and equipment.
• Collaborates with the management team to develop and achieve departmental goals and objectives.
• Provides cost saving suggestions to Department Manager.
• Plans for resource needs of the specialty service and assists in planning of departmental needs.
• Meets with all physicians in the specialty at least annually to solicit feedback on current programs, identify new procedures, supply and equipment needs.
• Develops and maintains physician specific preference cards.
• Demonstrates effective time management skills by completing commitments accurately within the negotiated time frames.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities for the health system and department.
• Identifies opportunities for improved services and quality of patient care. Actively participates in the department PI activities. Encourages and arranges for staff involvement in PI efforts.
• Monitors compliance with documentation and other standards and participates in activities to improve performance.
• Plans for own professional development and continuing education.
• Reviews current literature and communicates trends and changes through appropriate channels.
• Completes 28 continuing education hours per year in addition to basic employment standards.
• Participates on hospital, departmental and Nursing Committees and Task Forces as appointed.
• Searches for opportunities to expand skills in leadership.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Excellent planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask and problem solve.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work collaborative in a diverse work setting.
• Always presents a professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to be a talented team builder.
• Excellent management and leadership skills.
• Ability to keep patient and employee information confidential.
• Strong computer skills.
• Good negotiation and persuasion skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required
• Currently licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Maryland
• Associate degree considered with BSN agreement; Baccalaureate degree in Nursing strongly preferred.
• CNOR certification required within one (1) year in the position.
• Minimum of two (2) years of continuous clinical experience within the past five (5) years.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current ACLS certification.
Patient Contact
Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:
- Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
- Infant (31 thru 12 months)
- Child (13 months thru 12 years)
- Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
- Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
- Geriatric (66+ years)
Physical Demands:
Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking. Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).
Ergonomic Risk Factors:
Repetition: Repeating the same motion over and over again places stress on the muscles and tendons. The severity of risk depends on how often the action is repeated, the speed of the movement, the required force and muscles involved.
Forceful Exertion: The amount of physical effort required to perform a task (such as moving patients) or to maintain control of equipment or tools. The amount of force depends on the type of grip, the weight of an object or person, body posture, the type of activity and the duration of the task.
Awkward Posture: Posture is the position your body is in and its effect on the muscle groups that are involved in the physical activity. Awkward postures include repeated or prolonged reaching, twisting, bending, kneeling, squatting, working overhead with your hands or arms, or holding fixed positions.
Contact Stress: Pressing the body hard on sharp edges can result in placing too much pressure on nerves, tendons, and blood vessels. For example, using the palm of your hand to hit or stick objects can increase risk of musculoskeletal disorders.
Working Conditions:
A. Bloodborne Pathogen Exposure Risk Category A – WILL have exposure to blood or body fluids.
B. Exposure to infectious diseases, hazardous materials and highly technical and heavy equipment.
Reporting Relationship:
Reports to the Department Director and Manager
Schedule:
Full time (80hr per pay)
Monday -Friday (may cover occasional off shift to meet department needs)
