Operating Room Charge Nurse

United Surgical Partners International; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International in Frisco, TX seeks an Operating Room Charge Nurse to lead scrub and circulator teams, ensure policy compliance, and support the Surgical Services management team.

The role coordinates the daily surgery schedule, solves operational issues, and drives department projects. Requirements include Texas RN license, CPR certification, 5 years in surgery, and leadership experience. A baccalaureate degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited nursing school or professional nursing program.
• Two years as a service coordinator or charge position preferred.
• Current Texas RN License.
• Certified in CPR.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and facilitate scrub and circulator roles and support staff as needed.
• Oversee the flow of the daily surgery schedule, problem-solve during daily operations, and manage department projects.

Skills

Independent decision-making

Prioritization

Project management

Staff coordination

Education

Accredited nursing program

Baccalaureate degree preferred

Job description

The Operating Room Charge Nurse is responsible for overseeing and facilitating staff by policies, procedures, industry standards of practice, JCAHO standards, and the direction of the Surgical Services management team. This individual assists in coordinating scrub and circulator roles and provides support to staff as needed. Overseeing the flow of the daily surgery schedule, problem-solving during the daily operation of the department, and managing projects as assigned by the management team of the department.

• Graduate of accredited school or professional nursing.
• A baccalaureate degree is preferred.
• Five (5) years of experience in surgery
• Two (2) years of experience as a service coordinator or charge position preferred.
• Current Texas RN License
• Certified in CPR
• Independent decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple projects.