The Perioperative Coordinator, RN is responsible for coordinating the daily operations and activities of professional nursing and nursing support staff of the Operating Room (OR), PACU, Endoscopy, and Central Sterile Departments. This position directs the utilization of resources (people, financial, material and equipment) to ensure efficient operations of the surgical services areas. Additionally, the Perioperative Coordinator oversees the successful delivery of quality patient care, service excellence and patient experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and coordinates the operation of the OR, PACU, Endoscopy and Central Supply assuring maximum utilization of available resources.
• Provides direct individualized patient care at an experienced clinical nurse level as required.
• Collaborates with Nurse Manager when necessary to oversee OR schedule and staffing to meet physician, patients, and departmental needs.

• Oversees order and procurement of materials and equipment needed for surgical services.
• Monitors budgetary performance and volumes within budgetary guidelines.
• Participates in capital purchase recommendations in conjunction with the Nurse Manager and Physician.
• Provides in-service education on new equipment and processes, and provides staff assistance with technical issues, as needed.
• Serves as resource and positive role model/mentor to all staff.
• Partners with the Nurse Manager and Nurse Educator to ensure appropriate orientation goals and competencies are met.
• Participates in the development, interpretation, communication and implementation of new standards, policies, procedures, and processes.
• Participates in the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives.
• Works in partnership with Nurse Manager to provide updates at Department of Surgery Committee, and other committee meetings as needed including monitoring surgical stats and volumes.