Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Mount Sinai Medical Center
Miami Beach, FL

Registered Nurse Team Leader Operating Room

Registered Nurse Team Leader Operating Room As Mount Sinai grows, so does our legacy in high-quality health care. Since 1949, Mount Sinai Medical Center has remained committed to providing access to its diverse community. In delivering an unmatched level of clinical expertise, our medical center is committed to recruiting and training top healthcare workers from across the country. We offer the latest in advanced medicine, technology, and comfort in 12 facilities across Miami-Dade (including our 674-bed main campus facility) and Monroe Counties, with 38 medical services, including cancer care, 24/7 emergency care, orthopedics, cardiovascular care, and more. Mount Sinai takes pride in being South Florida's largest private independent not-for-profit hospital, dedicated to continuing the training of the next generation of medical pioneers. Culture of Caring: The Sinai Way Our hardworking, tight-knit community of more than 4,000 dedicated employees fosters an environment of care and compassion. Each member plays a vital role in our collective mission to deliver excellent healthcare through innovation, education, and research. At Mount Sinai, we take pride in our achievements, aiming to be a beacon of quality healthcare in South Florida. We welcome all healthcare professionals to join our thriving community and contribute to our pursuit for clinical excellence. Position Responsibilities * Prepares the OR suite appropriately to receive a new admission. Greets the patient upon arrival and initiates hemodynamic monitoring. * Evaluates, assesses and documents patient's surgical status. Report abnormal findings to physician and document pre/post-op counts. * Assists anesthesia in maintaining intake and output, checks availability of blood products and checks blood products with anesthesia before administering. Document blood administration and assures accuracy. * Demonstrates ability to handle difficult situations dealing with conflict in a timely manner. * Demonstrates appropriate safety measures as it relates to potential radiation exposure. * Monitors, evaluates and intervenes appropriately with patients receiving conscious sedation. * Competent in application of safety positioning devices, providing ongoing observation, intervention and documentation as per hospital policy. * Maintains thorough knowledge of operation, care and handling of O.R equipment. Demonstrates ability to perform new procedures, skills and routines in specialty areas. * Performs initial vital signs and admission history to include introduction to patient and family. * Initiates plan of care and establishes priorities for patient care based on patient needs. * Safely and correctly initiates and documents nursing interventions in emergency situations. * Aggregates and analyzes PI and Risk initiatives. * Ensures that supplies are charged accurately on a daily basis. * Assists Director with scheduling and assures accuracy of daily scheduled sheets. * Ensures problem resolution for any issues regarding internal and/or external customers. * Conducts staff meetings (at least 2 per year) in collaboration with unit director. * Demonstrates the expertise necessary to function as a role model for staff. * Fosters teamwork and builds mutual understanding, respect and confidence among personnel and between departments. * Uses a systemic problem-solving process to make sound decisions in a timely manner. * Uses initiative and sound judgement in delegating responsibilities. * Demonstrates commitment towards professional growth through development of skills and knowledge. * Knowledgeable of general safety and risk management procedures and responds appropriately to emergency situations, including fire, disaster and clinical emergencies. * Collects and interprets data to monitor the departments performance and improve processes; and when applicable evaluates the outcomes related to the use of clinical practice guidelines. * Is responsible for providing leadership and direction for staffing in accordance with the organization goals and objectives and meets changing needs in the area(s) of responsibility. * Assumes authority, accountability and responsibility for the formal and informal direction of others. * Maintains a high level of employee satisfaction. * Provides for orientation, initial job training and continuing education of all employes in department. * All other duties as assigned. Qualifications * Active FL RN License * BLS Required * CNOR Preferred * Graduate from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred * Robotic experience required * 3 years of experience in area of specialty preferred Benefits We believe in the physical and mental well-being of our employees and are committed to offering comprehensive benefits that fit their personal needs. Our robust employee benefits package includes: * Health benefits * Life insurance * Long-term disability coverage * Healthcare spending accounts * Retirement plan * Paid time off * Pet Insurance * Tuition reimbursement * Employee assistance program * Wellness program * On-site housing for select positions and more!