RN - Registered Nurse - Surgical Services Coordinator - Days

Job description

Position Overview
• Department: Main OR
• Schedule: M-F, 6a-2:30p, no weekends, no call, no holidays
• Work Location: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

Job Description
Coordinates surgical services activities and tasks in support of patient care for the assigned surgical
service line.
• Coordinates the clinical patient care of surgical services for the assigned service line. This includes the maintenance of surgeon preference cards, intradepartmental coordination, management of vendor relationships, and other associated duties for the service line. Consults in a variety of patient care situations requiring advanced competency and knowledge.
• Serves as a technical or functional resource for staff and performs similar patient care duties. Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and procedures.
• Coordinates shift operations including scheduling, assigned activities, and resources. Responsible for coordinating these operations to ensure optimal workflow for the service line.
• Evaluates and oversees orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance and interview process. Participates in ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided for the service linw, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
• Oversees utilization and maintenance of supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:
• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing AND required professional licensure at time of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience required, 3 years of related experience preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine
We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.
UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.