RN Specialty Coordinator - Ortho OR at Cone Health summary:
The RN Specialty Coordinator - Ortho OR is responsible for coordinating patient care and technical support within the orthopedic specialty. This role emphasizes quality improvement, cost reduction, and effective patient care through collaboration and evaluation of treatment responses. The coordinator also organizes educational activities and manages staffing operations to enhance department efficiency.
Overview: The Registered Nurse (RN) Specialty Coordinator provides patient care by coordinating resources and technical support. Working under close supervision, this role develops, evaluates, and assists with patient care, focusing on quality improvement, increased efficiency, cost reduction, and multidisciplinary problem solving.
Talent Pool: Nursing
Responsibilities:
Supports the strategic success of the assigned specialty by recognizing opportunities for quality improvement and cost reduction.
Examines therapeutic interventions for complex patient cases to evaluate responses to treatments and adjust care plans accordingly.
Reviews team performance against department goals to provide effective feedback and mentoring.
Organizes orientation, education, and clinical development activities for the department to align employee skills with patient needs.
Develops department schedules and daily staffing operations for efficient patient throughput.
Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications:
EDUCATION:
Required: Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Legacy/Exception: Associates Degree in Nursing acceptable for employees in role on or before 8/12/2024.
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 2 years as a Registered Nurse and 1 year in a clinical specialty as defined by ANCC or national nursing organizations
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRY/LISTING:
Required:
Registered Nurse license in North Carolina or a Compact state
BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider
Keywords:
Registered Nurse, Nursing Coordinator, Patient Care, Orthopedic Nursing, Quality Improvement, Clinical Development, Healthcare, Cost Reduction, Patient Support, Healthcare Efficiency
