Clinical Resource Nurse (Perioperative)- 40 hours/week

Job Summary
The clinical resource nurse partners with the Nurse Manager to ensure operational readiness of the department in the provision of direct nursing care for the perioperative patient. This position has operational oversight responsibilities and participates with the nursing team in care planning and delivery, utilizing the nursing process to provide appropriate comprehensive care, in accordance with the stated philosophy and objectives of the Nursing Service Department and the Perioperative Department. The clinical coordinator facilitates communications between the Perioperative units in collaboration with the nurse manager/director and serves as mentor and role model for staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education
  Graduate of an accredited professional nursing school required.
• Experience
  Minimum two years of experience in PACU and/ or SDC Nursing with demonstrated leadership abilities.
  Previous charge nurse experience preferred.
  
  Licensure and/or Certification
  Current licensure to practice professional nursing in Massachusetts required.
  BLS healthcare provider required.
  PALS
  ACLS
  Certification preferred
• Skills
  Basic nursing skills.
  Assessment skills.
  Critical thinking skills.
  Organizational skills.
  Computer skills.
  Ability to maintain confidential information.
  Must have the ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  Excellent customer service skills.
  Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English.
  Computer skills required.