MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

Control Desk Coordinator RN PM Shift

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center • $89K — $162K *
Washington, DC 20011In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
2 months ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • 1-2 years operating room experience required; 3-4 years management experience preferred.
  • RN - Registered Nurse State Licensure or Compact State Licensure in D.C. required.
  • CPR certification from AHA or American Red Cross within 90 days required.
  • CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations of the OR schedule and Control Desk staff.
  • Collaborate with Anesthesiology leadership to ensure efficient schedule execution.
  • Participate in developing and preparing scheduling policies and procedures.
  • Monitor personnel allocation based on patient population needs and case demands.
  • Control expenditures within budgets and manage the OR schedule proactively.
  • Monitor service quality and utilization standards for patient care.
  • Investigate and resolve patient/family/Surgeon concerns regarding care quality.

Benefits

  • Professional development opportunities including seminars and conferences.
  • Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Participation in hospital committees and task forces for career growth.
  • Opportunities for involvement in quality improvement initiatives.
Full Job Description
General Summary of Position
Works with Surgeons Anesthesiology Nurses/Nurse Leaders Business Manager Scheduling Supervisor and other ancillary departments and staff to plan organize direct and control the daily activities involved in the effective and efficient management of the OR schedule while providing continuous and high-quality service for the perioperative patient. Ensures ORs have the necessary tools equipment and resources needed to successfully operate surgical procedures. Partner with Anesthesia Leader to accommodate emergency and stand-by cases. Responsible for Control Desk goals objectives policies and procedures staffing budgets fiscal management and quality improvement insuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manages the day-to-day operations of running the OR schedule as well as the activities of the weekday Control Desk staff and evening night and weekend Supervisors. .
  • Collaborates with the Anesthesiology Medical Director and Anesthesiologist in charge to ensure that the schedule runs efficiently in accordance with policies and procedures.
  • Participates in the development of scheduling policies and procedures and schedule preparation; adheres to team limitations case types urgent/emergent demands and case start times and length. Works with healthcare providers outside of the department to achieve optimal patient care across the continuum.
  • Monitors the allocation and utilization of personnel based on continual changes in patient population/needs as it pertains to providing the best level of patient care while identifying savings opportunities.
  • Manages and controls expenditures within established budgets and works with the OR Business Manager and Scheduling Supervisors to proactively manage the OR schedule.
  • Monitors the quality of service and utilization standards and assumes specific responsibility for patient care at the department level.
  • Investigates and resolves patient/family/Surgeon concerns regarding patient care; and develops plans of action to improve programs where necessary.
  • Attends division meetings and participates on hospital committees and task force as requested.
  • Maintains knowledge of current trends and development in the field of nursing through reading the appropriate literature and attending related seminars conferences etc.
  • Promotes Pathway to Excellence standards through daily practice.
    • Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    • Associate's degree in Nursing required
    • Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
    Experience
    • 1-2 years operating room experience required
    • 3-4 years progressive management experience preferred
    Licenses and Certifications
    • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
    • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
    • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
    • CNOR - Certified Operating Room Nurse preferred

    This position has a hiring range of

    USD $89,065.00 - USD $162,801.00 /Yr.

    About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

    MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
    Learn more about MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
    Size
    1,200 employees
    Industry
    Healthcare
    * Ladders Estimates

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