What are the responsibilities and job description for the OR NURSE COORDINATOR II (NON-MANAGEMENT) position at Cooper University Health Care?
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Short Description
- This OR Nurse Coordinator is a professional care-giver who, as a member of a multidisciplinary health care team, assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of patients for a designated time frame and who provides care to these patients utilizing the nursing process including the therapeutic use of self.
- Will have the unique opportunity to assist in the development and operations of the Cooper Moorestown Multidisciplinary site.
- This model focuses on the acute/immediate care needs in the Moorestown and surrounding areas.
- Excellent customer service, interpersonal and clinical skills are required.
- Participates in cross training in other specialty areas.
- Participates in quality assurance and performance improvement projects.
- Responsible for the facilitation and coordination of safe and comprehensive care to all patients presenting to Moorestown Multidisciplinary sites.
Experience Required
- 1 year OR RN experience required; 1 year of specialty experience preferred.
- OR RN- must have completed Peri-Op 101 or possess at least 3 years' experience.
Education Requirements
- BSN preferred; Graduate of NLN accredited School of Nursing.
License/Certification Requirements
- Current NJ-RN License (Registered Nurse)
- Current NJ-BLS Certification (Basic Life Support)
- CNOR Preferred
Special Requirements
- The OR Nurse Coordinator requires critical thinking to consider factors related to patient safety, effectiveness, and cost in delivering care.
- Effective resource utilization by the Nurse Coordinator requires coordination with the Clinical Director to plan or change course of action for improved continuity of care and outcomes.
- Requires expanded problem-solving, critical thinking and decision-making at a supervisory level, including excellent communication skills and the ability to delegate effectively and supervise the work of other team members.
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