Robotic Nursing Coordinator

Position Overview

Sign-On Bonus Eligible: Up to $15,000
United Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Robotics Nursing Coordinator, RN to support and help lead the expansion of our Robotic Surgery Program, including the addition of a second da Vinci robotic surgical system.

About the Role

This newly created role will play a critical part in shaping the future of robotic-assisted surgery at UHS by coordinating daily operations, optimizing scheduling and resources, and serving as the primary nursing liaison for the robotics program.

Responsibilities

• Determines staffing needs and schedules for 24 hour coverage of patient care needs.
• Supervises the assignment of patients and allocation of nursing staff according to patient needs, patient acuity, and staff skill mix.
• Functions as a clinical consultant for patients, families, department staff, physicians and other hospital departments.
• Troubleshoots clinical and operational matters collaboratively.
• Participates in the recruitment, interviewing and hiring of staff for the operating room.
• Plans, coordinates and participates in clinical education including orientation of new staff and education to meet learning needs of staff.
• Mentors and coaches staff toward professional growth and development.
• Completes performance appraisal process for technical and support staff (i.e. assistants, aides, unit secretaries) as assigned in collaboration with the Nurse Manager.
• Aids in the performance appraisals for RNs and others as requested.
• Provides recognition and retention activities in conjunction with the Nurse Manager.
• Maintains staff/unit compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements and professional standards.
• Participates in the review and revision of department policies and procedures.
• Acts as a liaison between staff and management.
• Participates in the development and implementation of the department performance improvement plan in conjunction with the Nurse Manager and others as relevant.
• Executes the duties and responsibilities of the Nurse Manager in his/her absence.
• Assumes “on call” responsibilities when covering for the Nurse Manager.
• Oversees the preparation of supply requisitions and inventories equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Minimum Required:
  • A graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
  • Current New York State Registered Nurse License
  • CPR within 3 months of hire
  • Completion of professional certification in the relevant specialty practice as soon as eligible (generally after 2 years of experience in the specialty)
  • Three (3) years of clinical nursing experience
• Preferred:
  • Bachelors in Nursing or evidence of planned completion within two (2) years
  • Previous experience in relevant nursing practice setting
  • Previous experience in a supervisory role

Qualifications

• Professional certification in the relevant specialty practice as soon as eligible (generally after 2 years of experience in the specialty)

Skills

• Strong clinical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
• Experience with robotic-assisted surgery

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

$44.77 - $67.15 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule

Full-Time; Day shift with flexibility based on surgical schedule

Work Locations

UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY
UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton, NY