RN OR Board Coordinator

Doctors Hospital of Augusta; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Augusta is seeking an RN OR Board Coordinator to optimize daily surgical schedules and patient flow. You will serve as the central hub between surgeons, anesthesia, nursing staff, sterile processing, and ancillary departments to ensure smooth procedural readiness.

In this fast-paced perioperative environment, you will monitor case progression, prioritize urgent cases, and coordinate staffing resources to support throughput, safety, and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Georgia (or compact state) required.
• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years operating room experience preferred.
• Previous charge nurse, coordinator, scheduling, or OR leadership experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of perioperative workflows and scheduling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage daily operating room schedules and case progression.
• Communicate scheduling updates with surgeons and offices.
• Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing leadership, sterile processing, and support departments.
• Monitor case flow and room utilization throughout the day.
• Prioritize emergent and urgent procedures as needed.
• Coordinate staffing resources based on volume and needs.
• Serve as a resource for scheduling and workflow concerns.
• Address delays and schedule adjustments with clear communication.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives for throughput and patient satisfaction.
• Support safety, regulatory, and operational excellence goals.

Skills

RN licensure in GA

BLS certification

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Perioperative workflow knowledge

Ability to multitask

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

CNOR certification preferred

Job description

Ready for a role that supports your unique calling in patient care and fits your life? As an RN OR Board Coordinator at HCA'sDoctors Hospital of Augusta,you’llfind clear pathwaysto advance backed by our unmatched nationwide transfer policy that lets you grow your career when the time is right for you. With mentorship opportunities, clinical education courses, professional certificationsupport,and educationalassistance,youwillhaveallthe resourcesyou needtobuild the career of a lifetime.

Job Summary and Qualifications

In this key role, you will serve as a central communication and coordination resource for the operating room, helping to optimize daily surgical schedules, patient flow, staffing, and physician support. If you thrive in a fast-paced perioperative environment and enjoy balancing clinical expertise with operational coordination, we encourage you to apply.

The RN OR Board Coordinator is responsible for overseeing daily OR scheduling activities and facilitating efficient patient flow throughout the surgical services department. This position serves as a communication hub between surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, sterile processing, and other ancillary departments to ensure the successful coordination of surgical procedures.

The Board Coordinator continuously monitors the OR schedule, prioritizes urgent and emergent cases, and proactively addresses scheduling conflicts while maintaining a focus on patient safety, quality outcomes, and operational efficiency.

What You will do:

• Coordinate and manage daily operating room schedules and case progression
• Communicate with surgeons' offices regarding scheduling updates, changes, and add-on cases
• Collaborate with anesthesia, nursing leadership, sterile processing, and support departments to ensure procedural readiness
• Monitor case flow and room utilization throughout the day
• Assist in prioritizing emergent and urgent surgical procedures
• Coordinate staffing resources based on procedural volume and departmental needs
• Serve as a resource for surgeons, providers, and perioperative staff regarding scheduling and workflow concerns
• Facilitate communication regarding delays, room turnovers, and schedule adjustments
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives focused on throughput, efficiency, and patient satisfaction
• Support departmental goals related to patient safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence

Qualifications you will Need:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Georgia or compact state required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of recent Operating Room experience preferred
• Previous charge nurse, coordinator, scheduling, or OR leadership experience preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• CNOR certification preferred
• Strong organizational, communication, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize multiple demands in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Working knowledge of perioperative workflows, surgical scheduling, and physician relations preferred

Benefits

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of HCA Healthcare, is a 350-bed hospital that provides a wide range of medical services. It is known for its 24/7 emergency care, Level II Trauma Center, Burn Center, advanced heart care, and Baby-Friendly maternity services. The hospital also offers surgery, women’s imaging, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and it accepts most insurance plans. It is located at 3651 Wheeler Road in Augusta, Georgia.

The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with a Level II Trauma Center and full stroke care, as well as a nationally recognized Burn Center that is one of the largest in the country and offers advanced wound care. It also delivers advanced heart care for patients experiencing heart attacks. In addition, the hospital supports maternity and women’s health with a Baby-Friendly designation, a Level II NICU, and a certified Women’s Diagnostic Center. Surgical services include specialized care in orthopedic procedures like hip and knee replacements and spinal fusion surgeries. The hospital also operates Doctors Hospital Evans Emergency, a freestanding emergency room that is open 24/7 and provides advanced imaging and lab services.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta has several important accreditations. It is accredited by the American College of Radiology for radiation oncology services and by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program for bariatric surgery. Its inpatient rehabilitation facility is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities in the Central Savannah River Area. The hospital’s laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists, and its Center for Stroke Care is accredited by The Joint Commission. Its electroencephalogram (EEG) laboratory is accredited by the Laboratory Accreditation Board of ABRET.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing’s future."

Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive

HCA Healthcare

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