Charge Nurse-OR

People Fluent; Augusta (AR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

People Fluent in Augusta, AR is seeking a Charge Nurse for the Operating Room. The role ensures efficient flow of cases, coordinates daily surgical schedules, and resolves issues per policies. You will assign OR nursing staff and direct the team during emergencies, acting as the charge nurse for the OR.

Required is an active RN license with BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP must be obtained within 6 months of hire. CNOR preferred and previous OR coordination experience is valued.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nursing License (Georgia) or qualifying multi-state compact license.
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP (only in select units/departments) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).

Responsibilities

• Promotes the efficient and timely flow of cases through the operating room.
• Coordinates the surgical schedule on a daily basis.
• Provides internal problem resolution and trouble-shooting related to operations of the operating room.
• Responsible for assignment of Operating Room Nursing Staff.
• Directs the staff during emergency situations in the Operating Room.
• Functions as the charge nurse for the Operating Room.

Education

ADN, BSN, OR BA/BS with MSN

Job description

Department Name: 6602 Operating Room

Shift: Day/Evening

Position Status: Full Time

Position Description: The Charge Nurse (OR) promotes the efficient and timely flow of cases through the operating room. Demonstrates ability to resolve issues in an equitable fashion as delineated by policies and procedures defining utilization of the Operating Room. Responsible for the coordination of the surgical schedule on a daily basis. Provides internal problem resolution and trouble-shooting related to operations of the operating room. Responsible for assignment of Operating Room Nursing Staff. Directs the staff during emergency situations in the Operating Room. Functions as the charge nurse for the Operating Room.

Position Requirements

• ADN, BSN, OR BA/BS with MSN.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS).
• ACLS, PALS, or NRP (only in select units/departments) must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Current Registered Nursing License (Georgia) or qualifying multi-state compact license.

Preferred Requirements

• Previous experience as an OR Control Desk Coordinator is desired.
• CNOR

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