RN - Registered Nurse - Surgical Services Coordinator - Days

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

UAB St. Vincent's Birmingham-based OR team seeks a skilled Registered Nurse to coordinate surgical services and support patient care for the Main OR service line.

You will maintain surgeon preference cards, coordinate intradepartmental activities, manage vendor relationships, and oversee staff orientation to ensure high-quality patient care. Alabama RN licensure and BLS are required; 2–3 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates surgical services activities and tasks in support of patient care for the assigned surgical service line.
• Coordinates the clinical patient care of surgical services for the assigned service line. This includes the maintenance of surgeon preference cards, intradepartmental coordination, management of vendor relationships, and other associated duties for the service line. Consults in a variety of patient care situations requiring advanced competency and knowledge.
• Serves as a technical or functional resource for staff and performs similar patient care duties. Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and procedures.
• Coordinates shift operations including scheduling, assigned activities, and resources. Responsible for coordinating these operations to ensure optimal workflow for the service line.
• Evaluates and oversees orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance and interview process. Participates in ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided for the service line, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
• Oversees utilization and maintenance of supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Education

Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing

Job description

• Work Location: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

• Department: Main OR
• Schedule: M-F, 6a-2:30p, no weekends, no call, no holidays
• Work Location: UAB St Vincent's Birmingham
• Benefits for eligible positions include: generous paid time off, paid parental leave, Associate Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, and more

What You Will Do

Coordinates surgical services activities and tasks in support of patient care for the assigned surgical service line.

• Coordinates the clinical patient care of surgical services for the assigned service line. This includes the maintenance of surgeon preference cards, intradepartmental coordination, management of vendor relationships, and other associated duties for the service line. Consults in a variety of patient care situations requiring advanced competency and knowledge.
• Serves as a technical or functional resource for staff and performs similar patient care duties. Assigns, monitors and reviews progress of work. Monitors and reports compliance with policies and procedures.
• Coordinates shift operations including scheduling, assigned activities, and resources. Responsible for coordinating these operations to ensure optimal workflow for the service line.
• Evaluates and oversees orientation and training of assigned associates. May provide input in the review and evaluation of staff performance and interview process. Participates in ongoing assessment of the quality of patient care services provided for the service linw, in collaboration with other members of the management team.
• Oversees utilization and maintenance of supplies, instruments, and equipment.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Currently licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing AND required professional licensure at time of hire.
• Minimum 2 years of related experience required, 3 years of related experience preferred.

About UAB St. Vincent's

UAB St. Vincent’s, a proud part of UAB Medicine, is a trusted provider of health care, serving Alabama for more than 125 years. With five hospitals and numerous clinics, we're a health care community deeply rooted in compassion, service, and respect for all, guided by the rich legacy of the St. Vincent’s name. We're committed to extending kindness and personalized care to patients, their families, and each other. We address the physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our patients. We believe in the power of teamwork and unity, and foster a collaborative spirit among our more than 4,800 employees. As one of Alabama’s best hospitals as recognized by U.S. News & World Report, improving the health and lives of those we serve is at the heart of our mission. Join us in continuing our legacy of service and healing in central Alabama, where we can make a lasting impact together.