Registered Nurse (RN) Coor Pat Flow PeriOp-General Surgery-PT Days

2510 Cobb Hospital, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Wellstar Cobb Hospital in Georgia is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for the Operating Room to lead daily OR activities under the supervision of the OR Manager. The role emphasizes patient flow, policy adherence, and quality care across surgical services.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in perioperative nursing, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with surgeons and staff while maintaining a patient‑centered approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years nursing practice in operating room.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in directing all activities/services for the OR.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements by all department personnel.
• Coordinate with Manager to ensure patient flow and departmental operations.
• Maintain standards of practice and quality patient care.
• Support retention and recruitment initiatives within the OR team.

Skills

English proficiency

Patient Flow knowledge

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people’s lives.

Work Shift Day (United States of America) This job is PT 10:45a-11:15pm, two days per week. Minimum 5 years nursing practice in operating room

About the Facility Learn more about Wellstar Cobb Hospital, including our teams, culture and campus environment: https://www.wellstar.org/locations/hospital/cobb-medical-center

Relocation assistance for eligible candidates

Job Summary

A registered professional nurse who functions under the direction of the Manager of the Operating Room and is responsible for providing leadership and assistance in directing all activities/services for the Operating Room of the Hospital. Responsible for the daily function of the OR "running the board". He or she manages the flow of patients maintaining policies and the best interest of all patients and surgeons. Has shared responsibility for supporting and adhering to standards of practices, system and department policies and procedures, and ensuring quality patient care. Other responsibilities include assisting with ensuring compliance with regulatory and legal requirements by all departmental personnel. will work under the Manager to ensure satisfaction, appropriate reporting, and coordination of departmental functions with the operations of the operating room. Works in collaboration with the Manager to maintain retention and recruitment. is surgical resource to all levels of nursing staff and nursing management for facility, Patient Flow, and surgical practices. Creates and maintains an environment that enables the hospital to fulfill its mission and goals, and fosters communication and collaborative practice with physicians and staff members. Responsible for Performance Improvement and quality assurance aspects of surgical services. Negotiates with staff and surgeons to assure that we are prepared for all cases

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

• Implement standards of practice, system and department policies and procedures.
• Review and implement new and changes to existing standards of practice in the Surgical Services Area
• Serve as a subject matter expert in the area of Surgical Services in the nursing practice and surgical services procedural areas of nursing care
• Provide expert opinion and feedback in the creation/review of department policies and procedures
• Review and implement new department policies and procedures
• Ensure understanding and compliance with standards and policies
• Exemplary Practice
• Assess the impact of, and plan strategies to address such issues as: Ethnic, cultural and diversity changes in the population Political and social influences Financial and economic issues The aging society and demographic needs Ethical issues related to health care
• Evaluate the quality and appropriateness of healthcare.
• Ensure that care is delivered with respect to individuals rights and preferences.
• Evaluate employee performance using the Performance Management Model in accordance with Human Resources Policy and Practice
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements by all department personnel
• Maintain level of knowledge of current compliance requirements and pending changes through professional education and awareness
• Serve as subject matter expert in the area of Surgical Services in the nursing and operations remain a resource to all levels of staff for education and information sharing
• Fosters open communication and collaborative practices between staff, other departments and physicians/care providers
• Partner with Management and Educators to provide appropriate training and learning opportunities for staff
• Promotes safe environment for staff and patients
• Promote professional nursing practice through feedback, information sharing, evidence-based practice and ethical accountability
• Maintain professional license and education requirements consistent with the area of specialty/expertise and complete these requirements on an annual basis or as required by licensing body
• Promotes and actively participates in performance improvement initiatives designed to enhance quality patient care and improve work processes and efficiencies
• Partner with managers and staff to ensure fiscal responsibility through individual accountability, identification and implement of cost containment activities, reduction or elimination of waste
• Research and present ideas on improvements in the areas of customer satisfaction, reporting and Patient Flow services
• Uses problem solving and communication skills bring forth performance improvement ideas and opportunities
• Uses established Performance Improvement criteria when addresses issues or recommending changes in practice, policies and procedures
• Assures that supplies and appropriate staff members are available for each surgical case.
• Works with surgeons and staff to manage resource maps so that supplies are available for each case.
• Works with materials management to assure appropriate supplies are available.
• Works with Director of Surgical Services and surgeons on all capital equipment requests and purchases.
• Works with staff members to see that staff has appropriate education.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

Associates Nursing or Diploma (Nurse) Nursing or Bachelors Nursing-Preferred

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated. BLS - Basic Life Support or ARC-BLS - Amer Red Cross Basic Life Support or BLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor RN - Reg Nurse (Single State) or RN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support or ARC-ALS - Amer Red Cross Advanced Life Support or ACLS-I - ACLS - Instructor or ACLS-P - ACLS-Provisional (180 Days) within 180 Days Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

Required Minimum Experience

Minimum 5 years nursing practice in operating room

Required Minimum Skills

Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Posses advanced Patient Flow knowledge and skills in the practice of perioperative nursing. Must possess excellent organizational skills. Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to see thebig picture. Demonstrates knowledge of standards related to perioperative nursing. Understanding of the concepts of interpersonal relationships. Strong customer services skills. Inter- and intradepartmental coordination of patient care activities. Delegation skills required. Ability to multi-task is essential. Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential. Strong detail orientation required. Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office products and the ability to adapt easily to other programs. Adept as a change agent. Utilized a wide range of theories in managing complex problems or problem resolution. Demonstrates expertise in a commitment to the advancement of the nursing practice and professions, interpersonal communication, knowledge of group/system dynamics, commitment to staff education and development. Knowledge of nursing theory and research required. Compliance with American Nurses Association Code of Ethics for Professional Nurses is required. Demonstrates knowledge and practices within parameters outlined in Georgia Registered Professional Nurse Practice Act

Join us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more. Nationally ranked and locally recognized for our high-quality care and inclusive culture, Wellstar is one of Georgia’s largest and most integrated healthcare systems. Every day, 24,000+ of us work together to provide personalized care for patients at every age and stage of life – and our team members are the foundation of that care.

Mission, Vision & Values

OUR MISSION

To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.

OUR VISION

Deliver world-class healthcare to every person, every time.

OUR VALUES

• We serve with compassion
• We pursue excellence
• We honor every voice

Culture of Excellence Wellstar consistently receives attention and accolades from national organizations that set the standards for world-class care. Our system-wide practice of safety principles, assessing and addressing errors and seeking feedback from our patients and customers continually earns recognition for advances in safety and quality. Featured on the FORTUNE “100 Best Companies to Work For” list and Seramount 100 Best Companies list, we not only provide top-notch care for our patients, but also foster the culture of Wellstar as a Great Place to Work.