RN - Registered Nurse - Surgical Services Coordinator - Days

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Paid parental leave

Associate Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement Program

and more

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking an RN supervisor to coordinate surgical services in the Main OR, ensuring efficient patient flow and adherence to policy. The role requires Alabama RN licensure and a diploma in nursing, with 2–3 years of related experience.

The position works Monday to Friday, 6:00 am–2:30 pm, at UAB St Vincent's Birmingham. Responsibilities include managing surgeon preference cards, coordinating shift operations, vendor relations, and staff training, while ensuring quality patient care

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Alabama required.
• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date required.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate surgical services activities to support patient care for the assigned service line.
• Maintain surgeon preference cards and intradepartmental coordination; manage vendor relationships and related duties.
• Coordinate shift operations, scheduling, activities and resources for optimal service line workflow.
• Oversee orientation and training of associates; participate in staff performance reviews and interviews.
• Oversee utilization and maintenance of supplies, instruments, and equipment.

Education

RN License (Alabama)

BLS Provider Certification

Job description

Position Overview

• 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

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

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.
  

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.