Overview

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Legacy Emanuel Medical Center in North Portland plays a vital role as a local and regional leader in serious clinical illness or injury. With around-the-clock expertise for critical health issues, including experts in trauma, heart care, burns, significant wounds, stroke, brain surgery and more, Legacy Emanuel is central to the health of our community and critical to the care of the Northwest. Emanuel Medical Center is a Level 1 Trauma Center, Regional Burn Center and serves the needs of both adult hospital population as well as Randall Children’s Hospital at Legacy Emanuel.

Currently there are 19 ORs/procedure suites, performing an average of 50 cases/day for both Adult and Pediatric specialties including, cardiovascular, thoracic, neurosurgery, urology, orthopedic, ENT, Burns, OMFS, Plastics, Gynaecology and robotics.

In July 2018, construction commenced on the new Emanuel West tower which includes brand new operating rooms, PACU, Central Sterile and other support areas.

Responsibilities

The RN Operating Room Service Specialty Coordinator, Open Heart is accountable for the direct coordination and oversight of clinical practice and patient outcomes for their assigned clinical specialty. Works in collaboration with Open Heart surgeons, residents, nursing, and support staff in all phases of perioperative care. Acts as an expert clinical resource within their surgical service for staff, surgeons, patients and their families. Actively initiates and/or participates in review of intraoperative care provided within their specialty to identify opportunities for improvement in outcomes, implementation of evidence-based best practice, and effective resource utilization (supply cost, staffing). Consistently demonstrates integrity in all interactions with vendors. Facilitates effective communication with all members of the healthcare team to achieve highest level of care and outcomes. Promotes team-building among peers, staff, and support departments--serving as a positive role model within the perioperative setting. Assists in implementation of and adherence to policies, procedures and standards of care.

Qualifications

Education:

• Academic degree in nursing (BSN or MSN/MN) required.

Experience:

• Two years of operating room clinical experience at proficient to expert level of practice required.
• Prior experience in specific specialty area of focus preferred.

Knowledge/Skills:

• Expertise in the area of responsibility.
• Competence in application of the Nursing process.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and apply problem solving skills.
• Ability to negotiate, collaborate, delegate and effect desired changes.
• Ability to apply appropriate teaching and learning principles for staff development and patient/family education.
• Must possess strong communication and leadership skills, including ability to lead by example.
• Must meet requirements of RN Staff Nurse Job Description and performs duties in any clinical capacity as needed.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with multi-disciplinary team of staff, physicians, and support departments throughout the organization.

LEGACY’S VALUES IN ACTION

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy’s Values in Action.

Equal opportunity employer/vet/disabled.

Licensure

Licensure/Certification:

• Current applicable state RN license required.
• Operating Room Specialty Certification (CNOR) strongly preferred.