Operating Room Services Leader (RN)

Inova Health System; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking an OR Services Leader to enhance surgical services at a community hospital. This role demands a strong clinical foundation in various surgical procedures and at least two years of OR nursing experience. The ideal candidate will promote innovative practices while ensuring patient safety and compliance with healthcare standards. Join a team committed to excellence in patient care, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and tuition assistance, making it an exciting opportunity for dedicated nursing professionals.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement matching

Tuition and student loan assistance

Mental health support

Paid time off

Flexible work schedules

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of OR nursing experience required.
• Strong clinical foundation in Neuro, Ortho Spine, Cranial and Vascular procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective functioning of the unit and optimal patient outcomes.
• Serve as primary liaison and clinical lead for surgical specialties.
• Mentor team members in identifying intra-operative outcomes.

Skills

OR Nursing

Neuro Procedures

Ortho Spine Procedures

Cranial Procedures

Vascular Procedures

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Education

BSN from accredited school

MSN preferred

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Computer Skills

Job description

Inova Alexandria Hospital is seeking an OR Services Leader to join the team! We are seeking a candidate with a strong clinical foundation in Neuro, Ortho Spine, Cranial and Vascular procedures. Eligible Nurses will qualify for Sign-on & Relocation bonuses.

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday -Friday (7am - 3:30pm). Not required to take call but is optional, if desired.

Inova Alexandria Hospital is a beautiful 318-bed community hospital located in the city of Alexandria. Our OR is equipped with 11 OR suites and 4 Endoscopy Suites. Comprehensive range of surgical specialties to include, orthopedics-total joints, sports medicine, spine, general ENT, gynecology, urology, plastics, vascular, neurosurgery, robotics, podiatry, and maxillofacial. Full range of Endoscopy services including Heartburn Treatment.

Hospital awards and recognitions include:

• Magnet designated


• Recognized as 8th ranked best hospital in DMV and 9th best in VA


• Leap Frog awarded Grade A for hospital safety


• Joint Commission Hip/Knee Replacement Gold Seal of Approval

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.

Featured Benefits:

• Committed to Team Member Health: offering medical, dental and vision coverage, and a robust team member wellness program.


• Retirement: Inova matches the first 5% of eligible contributions - starting on your first day.


• Tuition and Student Loan Assistance: offering up to $5,250 per year in education assistance and up to $10,000 for student loans.


• Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost.


• Work/Life Balance: offering paid time off, paid parental leave, and flexible work schedules.

OR Services Leader Responsibilities:

• Ensures the effective and efficient functioning of the unit and the achievement of optimal patient outcomes. Delivers safe, high quality and cost-effective preoperative services. Demonstrates an integrated approach toward case/patient outcomes.


• Identifies strategies for cost-effective and efficient practices without compromising preoperative patient safety or outcomes. Promotes creative thinking among staff, peers and colleagues to develop new and innovative devices, practices and strategies to advance and improve preoperative nursing services.


• Serves as primary liaison, clinical lead and resource for the assigned surgical specialty and/or unit while ensuring unit compliance with quality, safety, regulatory requirements and the Joint Commission standards.


• Adheres to all Inova Health System's policies and procedures while coaching staff on compliance and consistently identifying clinical and operational variables affecting patient and case outcomes. Makes clinical decisions based on education and experience while integrating varied patient experiences into clinical decision-making. Mentors team members in identifying intra-operative outcomes.


• Ensures practice improvements by serving as role model, providing direction and providing guidance to others regarding preoperative services and specialty.

OR Services Leader Requirements:

• Required Experience: Requires a minimum of 2 years of OR nursing plus a strong clinical foundation in Neuro, Ortho Spine, Cranial and Vascular procedures


• Preferred Experience: Previous Specialty Coordinator, Service Line Leader, or Management experience


• Education: BSN graduate from an accredited school of nursing required, MSN preferred


• License: Must be licensed in the Commonwealth of Virginia as a Registered Nurse


• Certification: Basic Life Support with American Heart Association. Specialty certification required within 1year of hire or within 1year of eligibility


• Proficient computer skills are required


• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills


• Must be highly effective at leading a team and fostering a team environment