Surgical Services Coordinator, RN

University of Maryland Medical System; Oxon Hill (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Region Health Medical Group is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team as a Surgical Services Coordinator supporting our Bariatric Program. This on-site role involves clinical nursing, patient education, surgical coordination, and administrative support to ensure continuity of care throughout the surgical journey.

Working closely with physicians and the clinical team, you will serve as a key resource for patients and families before, during, and after surgery,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Current Registered Nurse license in Maryland or Compact eligibility.
• Five years of direct RN patient care, including three years in bariatric programs, required.
• Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (BLS-HCP) certification required.
• Ambulatory nursing experience in a surgical specialty is preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate pre-, intra-, and post-operative patient education programs.
• Serve as clinical resource, providing education, coaching, and counseling.
• Identify high-risk care concerns and implement interventions.
• Coordinate preparatory meetings, testing, and surgical clearances.
• Address patient questions with providers before, during, and after surgery.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling and continuity of care.
• Facilitate insurance authorizations and required documentation (FMLA).
• Collaborate with physicians and teams for patient-centered care.
• Maintain communication across clinical and administrative aspects of the program.

Skills

Clinical nurse leadership

Patient education

Care coordination

Bariatric program experience

Communication

Team collaboration

Bilingual encouraged

Education

Bachelor's degree (RN)

Job description

Capital Region Health Medical Group is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team as a Surgical Services Coordinator supporting our Bariatric Program. This role combines clinical nursing expertise, patient education, surgical coordination, and administrative support to provide continuity of care throughout the surgical journey.Working closely with physicians and the clinical team, the Surgical Services Coordinator serves as a key resource for patients and families before, during, and after surgery.

SCHEDULE & WORK LOCATION:

On-Site | Monday-Friday | 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Participate in the assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of pre-, intra-, and post-operative patient education programs, outcome measures, and quality activities.
• Serve as a clinical resource to patients and families, providing education, coaching, and counseling throughout the surgical care journey.
• Identify high-risk patient care concerns and trends and implement appropriate interventions to support optimal quality outcomes.
• Coordinate patient participation in required preparatory and informational meetings, support groups, pre-surgical testing, and surgical clearances.
• Collaborate with providers to assess and address patient clinical questions and concerns before, during, and after surgery.
• Coordinate surgical scheduling and support continuity throughout the surgical process.
• Facilitate insurance authorizations and completion of required administrative documentation, including FMLA forms.
• Partner closely with physicians, clinical teams, patients, and families to support coordinated, patient-centered surgical care.
• Maintain effective communication and organization across clinical and administrative aspects of the surgical program.
• Other duties as assigned.

LICENSURE & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or Compact eligibility in accordance with MBON, required.
• Five (5) years of direct patient care experience as an RN, including three (3) years of bariatric program experience, required.
• Basic Life Support, Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) certification, required.
• Seven (7) years of direct patient care experience as an RN, including three (3) years of bariatric program experience, preferred.
• Ambulatory nursing experience within a surgical specialty practice, preferred.
• Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Pay Range: $47.00 - $70.54 per hour.

Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full Time, Part Time, and PRN Staff Members.

Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities Across a High-Performing Surgical Services Program.