RN - Registered Nurse - Supervisor OR Desk Operations - Operating Room - PM (336)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 48,973 - 79,556; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Parental leave

PSLF eligibility

More benefits

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL, is seeking a full-time PM OR Desk RN to manage daily desk operations and coordinate patient care across surgical services. You'll work with a multidisciplinary team to optimize flow, prioritize patient needs, and support team leads on shift.

The role requires an RN license in Alabama and OR/perioperative nursing experience, with CNOR preferred. A strong focus on teamwork and professional communication will help ensure exceptional patient care and efficient

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field and 18 months of OR/perioperative nursing experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing or related healthcare field preferred.
• Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement.
• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the OR desk and support efficient workflow.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to prioritize and coordinate care for OR patients.
• Direct staff on shift to ensure professional behavior and effective patient care.
• Train desk ancillary personnel and adjust staffing based on volumes.

Skills

RN knowledge

OR coordination

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's degree in Nursing

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $35.55 - $57.75 / hour

Shifts: full-time PM

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To be responsible for the daily operations of the OR desk in a manner that promotes efficient flow and patient needs. To collaborate across all surgical specialties to support team specific team leads and specialty needs. To coordinate daily with a multidisciplinary team to prioritize and initiate care for the OR patients. To act as a consultant for sharing knowledge, expertise, and information. To direct all staff on a particular shift in prioritizing needs to support effective patient care. To train desk ancillary personnel. To ensure that work area staff maintain professional behavior and appropriate phone etiquette. To adjust staffing needs based on surgical volumes and works to reduce labor as appropriate for the shift.

Qualifications

Associate's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field and Eighteen (18) months of experience in OR/perioperative nursing required. Bachelor's degree in Nursing or a related healthcare field preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. CNOR certification preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.