OR Team Lead (Ortho) – STHS Surgery Center

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain—a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities.

About the Role

The Registered Nurse OR Team Leader is responsible for assigned surgical service specialty lines such as Ortho, ENT, GYN, etc. The assigned service lines may change based on demand, growth, and/or complexity of the service line. Accountable for staff and case coordination, efficiency, product and equipment management, education and competency, preference cards, quality care, and core measures.

Assists with implementing and evaluating nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating, and supervising the care provided by the healthcare team. Facilitates problem resolution and collaborates with the STHS Surgery Center Management team, Director of STHS Surgery Center OR, and other supervisory staff. The OR Team Leader is the direct contact to the physicians, their First Assistants, and Practitioners. Provides direct and indirect care of the perioperative patients.

Schedule

• Scheduled weekly hours: 40
• Work shift: Monday–Friday, 6:30 AM–3:00 PM

Requirements

• Current LA RN Licensure
• Minimum two (2) years of experience in perioperative and intraoperative processes
• Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses (e.g., Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, American Red Cross). The ILCOR course must include a manikin check-off.
• Two years OR orthopedic specialty experience required
• At least 1 year leadership experience (charge nurse or greater) preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialty Team Leader experience with an acute care organization
• Management/Supervisory experience
• CNOR certification
• BSN degree

Physical Demands

• Must possess good physical health
• Standing, sitting, or walking for long periods of time
• Lifting at least 50 pounds is required
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise

Physical effort required:

• Constant (67%–100%): reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%–66%): lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching
• Occasionally (1%–33%): climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crawling