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Operating Room Nurse

Suwanee, GA · On-site

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The Operating Room Nurse plays a vital role in providing specialized care to surgical patients ... education and inservices.

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Operating Room Nurse

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

The Operating Room Nurse plays a vital role in providing specialized care to surgical patients ... education and inservices.

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Operating Room Nurse

Suwanee, GA · On-site

$40 - $46/hr

The Operating Room Nurse plays a vital role in providing specialized care to surgical patients ... education and inservices.

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Operating Room Nurse Educator

Operating Room Nurse Educator

Thompson Health

Canandaigua, NY • On-site

$90K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 12 days ago


Thompson Health rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Are you an experienced OR nurse with a passion for teaching and mentoring? We are seeking a dedicated Operating Room Nurse Educator to lead training programs, support professional development, and ensure excellence in surgical nursing. In this role, you will work closely with perioperative staff, guiding them in best practices and patient safety!
 

Schedule: Monday-Friday, D/E, on call as needed 

Benefits:

  • Health, dental, vision insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $6000/year
  • Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
  • Five weeks paid time off
  • Access to Success coaches
  • Free parking

Company Culture:

Thompson Health has a culture of empowerment. At Thompson, interdisciplinary teams come together to improve care, your suggestions are welcomed and your ideas are part of the solution. Three of our executives have an RN background so we understand the importance of the patient experience! Place yourself in an environment where your growth is supported, your contributions valued and your successes celebrated.

Main Function:

  • The primary responsibility of the role is to act as program coordinator for surgical services orientation, training and professional development.
  • Provides clinical education and evaluation to nursing and patient care staff, and facilitates evidenced-based research within the operating room.
  • Collaborates with medical practitioners to incorporate nursing processes into the plan of care for perioperative patients.
  • Performs direct specialty nursing services to patients as required, ensuring adherence to Joint Commission standards and all related policies, procedure, and guidelines.

Required Job Specific Competencies:

  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of clinical protocol, procedures, and standards within area of nursing expertise. Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.
  • Ability to provide operational guidance and leadership to technical staff in area of specialty. Exhibits the ability to assess educational needs and design and develop responsible curricula.
  • Working knowledge of the use of established clinical and preceptorship models in the development of clinical education programs. Technical leadership skills within area of expertise. Advanced nursing skills in area of specialty.
  • Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present effectively to small and large groups.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively at all levels in a collaborative team environment.
  • Demonstrates the ability to work independently and exhibits flexibility in decision making and prioritizing assignments.
  • Actively guards the confidentiality of sensitive information including but not limited to the patients, staff and the health system.
  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient.

Qualifications: (Licenses, Certifications)

  • Required NY State Registered Nurse License
  • CNOR preferred
  • BLS required 

Education:

  • BSN required
  • Masters of Science in Nursing, Education or related field required

Experience:

  • Required 3 years of operating room experience
  • Acceptably demonstrated leadership and management experience preferred

Complexity of Duties:

  • Must have high level critical thinking skills and excellent judgement.
  • Must be innovative and creative in developing clinical education programs and strategies as well as assigned projects.
  • Excellent communication skills that lend themselves to relationship building, consulting and counseling others. 

    Position Pay Range: $90,000-105,000 per year

    Starting Pay: Based on experience

    Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.


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