Clinical Coordinator (RN) Recovery Room (PACU or Critical Care Exp) Per Diem – LOH

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital at NYU Langone Health is one of the nation’s leading orthopedic and rheumatologic, specialty hospitals dedicated to the prevention and treatment of musculoskeletal diseases. The hospital provides some of the most advanced orthopedic programs in the region for musculoskeletal disorders and the largest pediatric orthopedic program in New York City. The hospital is consistently ranked among the leading orthopedic centers nationwide by U.S. News and World Report. Our expert physicians combine extensive experience and research with the latest technology for bone and joint problems that affect patient’s ability to function. We specialize in the following areas: Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Neurology, and Radiology. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

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Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Coordinator (RN) Recovery Room Per Diem – LOH. In this role, the successful candidate provides clinical leadership and coordination for perioperative patient care in the OR consistent with the philosophy and goals of the institution, Department of Nursing, and Perioperative Services. Prioritizes and coordinates related patient care activities; ensures competencies of OR staff; provides coordination of equipment, supplies and resources for efficient planning, safe delivery of care and highly functional Operating Rooms. Serves as a positive role model as a nursing leader. Demonstrates ability to develop, guide, motivate, nurture and coach others. Actively participates in departmental meetings, committees and quality initiatives. Possess strong interpersonal communication skills, customer service orientation and creative problem solving. Demonstrates nursing leadership by competently performing as group service leader, and clinical expert. Actively participates in related professional organizations that provide networking and benchmarking opportunities. Exhibits physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities. Is clinically competent to provide care to patient population for which care is provided.

Job Responsibilities:

• Seeks consultation from Director, Clinical Manager and/or Human Resources in implementing disciplinary measures up to and including termination for cause.
• Assist with compliance with standards and regulations for agencies pertinent to the unit or clinical service.
• Demonstrates a spirit of collaboration and effective cooperation with other departments within the hospital.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the organizations Service Standards and incorporates them into the performance of responsibilities.
• Functions as a respectful member of the health care team.
• Facilitates an environment conducive to creativity in practice, collaboration with all members of the health team, and the fostering of collegial relationships.
• Ensures and participates in providing ongoing staff education consistent with the individual needs of the staff as well as those that impact the department.
• Serves as support and resource for the education of health care providers as opportunities arise.
• Coordinates unit response to emergent patient and unit/clinical service events, communicating quickly with other leadership and response teams (airway, fire, etc.).
• Promotes excellent customer service for patients, physicians, and others by ensuring expectations are met or exceeded.
• Collaborates with Clinical Manager and Director to support unit-based quality and performance improvement activities consistent with the service and departmental plan.
• Collaborates with others in identifying, addressing, and utilizing available resources to meet the learning needs of professional and ancillary staff members.
• Provides clinical leadership by assessing, implementing and evaluating the care provided to patients in the Operating Room.
• Supports the mission, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of the institution, department and service line.
• Acts as a professional role model to all levels of staff by incorporating expertise, critical thinking and related experience in all aspects of the nursing process in care of patients and families.
• Collaborates with others to develop a learning atmosphere that supports education and development of OR staff.
• Implements performance improvement action plans, collects data and identifies additional opportunities for improvement.
• Maintains scheduling and staffing for optimal availability of resources for safe, competent and effective patient care delivery.
• Assumes responsibility for clinical operations of the unit collaborating with leadership for patient transfer and discharge activity.
• Facilitates attendance and participation by staff in educational offerings.
• Fosters a positive customer service environment that promotes communication and resolution of issues for patients, families, physician and staff.
• Provides leadership for coordination of unit activity, serving as role model and resource during hours of operation.
• Provides direct patient care as needed to support the clinical operations of the unit.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of education and development activities in achieving desired outcomes.
• Participates and/or facilitates research protocols applicable to unit, ensures knowledge of staff, protects rights of patients, and participates in assessment/evaluation of outcomes.
• Ensures pertinent communication of patient care and unit related issues from nursing/physician staff are conveyed to the health care team.
• Demonstrates awareness and recognition of the clinical plan of care.
• Initiates professional development plan for self to improve and sustain clinical and leadership competencies.
• Participates and fosters staff involvement in evidence-based practice and other nursing research efforts.
• Assists in facilitating a collaborative interdisciplinary approach to achieve optimal patient care outcomes.
• Facilitates cross-training between units to increase flexibility in scheduling and to ensure safe, competent care delivery.
• Communicates significant patient care issues, physician concerns, safety and/or critical events to Director of Perioperative Services and Clinical Manager seeking consultation when necessary.
• Serve as a role model for staff in considering the needs and behaviors of specific patient age groups and cultures.
• Provides assistance and guidance to clinical preceptors. Provides input to Clinical Manager for timely clinical preceptor performance appraisals.
• Identifies, initiates investigation and proactively responds immediately to potential and/or actual risk management issues.
• Participates in the development, promulgation, and implementation of process standards for the delivery of patient care relevant to scope of service.
• Ensures appropriate care delivered for patient age and/or developmental specific needs.
• Participates in interviewing and selecting staff for the unit.s.
• Adheres to the AORN standards, recommended practices and guidelines.
• Guides, develops and councils staff regarding practice and performance standards. Holds staff accountable to institutional and departmental policies/procedures.
• Provides input to Clinical Manager for formal performance appraisal for staff assigned to unit.

Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a Current Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York. Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing is required. Previous charge nurse experience required; previous leadership position preferred.

Required Licenses: Registered Nurse License-NYS, ACLS, BLS and PALS Cert, Certification in specialty required.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

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NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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