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Coordinator - RN Operating Room

HonorHealth

Phoenix, Arizona

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RN

Posted Aug 31, 2026 · Last seen active Sep 1, 2026

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Weekends, holidays, call
Days 0600-630; 3x12hr shifts. call required.

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Primary City/State: John C Lincoln - 250 E Dunlap Ave Phoenix, AZ 85020 Category: Skilled Nursing Shift: Day Department: OR Operating Room-Main $20k Sign-On Bonus available Days 0600-630; 3x12hr shifts. call required. Required - RN Circulating Operating Room experience Great care starts with great people. (Like you.) At HonorHealth, you’ll find something special. From humble beginnings in 1927 to one of Arizona’s largest nonprofit healthcare systems, our culture is built on warmth and neighborly kindness. Behind every smile is a highly skilled professional with deep expertise and an unwavering dedication to what matters most — caring for the health and well-being of people and communities across the greater Phoenix area. Responsibilities: JOB SUMMARY The COORDINATOR-PERIOPERATIVE RN assists with the coordination and overall management of a specific services. They actively interface with physician(s) to provide customer service at the point of care; assess, plan and evaluate material, staff and patient specific care to coordinate activities of the specialty(s). Provide care to the patients, utilizing the Nursing Philosophy of and functioning within the scope of practice of a Registered Nurse. The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's departmental policies and procedures. Incumbent may spend up to 50% of their time performing in-service/ orientations. Would then function as a role model, demonstrating clinical expertise in providing direct evidence-based care to patient populations. Practices effective communication methods with the Clinical Educator, leadership, co-workers, families, and customers. Serves as a policy and practice resource within the assigned unit. Implements in-service programs for clinical staff developed by others. Maintains flexibility in scheduling hours to meet clinical needs of all shifts. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Utilizing the Nursing Process Assesses, identifies, interprets, and documents patient and/or significant others self-care needs and teaching needs, utilizing a variety of assessment tools. Plans, initiates, and maintains a comprehensive individualized patient plan of care which includes discharge planning, in collaboration with the patient/significant other(s) and the health care team, according to HonorHealth standards of nursing care practice. Establishes measurable specialty goals and objectives, assists in capital budget preparation, plans for staffing with Supervisor, and plans for special patient needs related to equipment. Implements the plan of care from perioperative admission to discharge. Demonstrates clinical competency, prioritization and problem- solving skills during the implementation of direct patient care. Performs effective interventions for unit/patient care crises or emergency situations. Inputs and documents pertinent information. Provides frontline inventory control and assists with ordering. Coordinates patient care given perioperative and facilitates communications with patients, families, and physicians. Assists with interviewing prospective employees and conducts monthly specialty meetings. Evaluates the response of patient and significant other(s) to nursing interventions. Revises the plan of care as needed. Assists with performance evaluation of staff and recommends disciplinary action • Coordinates patient care activities and physician’s specific requests; coordinates available resources and utilizes effective delegation skills. Ensures the availability of supplies and equipment at the time of surgery. Facilitate availability of all needed resources for surgery within assigned service line(s). Utilizes material resources in a cost-effective manner, recommends cost saving measures within department or assigned area. Uses evidence-based knowledge in decision making to improve and maintain high-quality of care. Assists in capital planning for their assigned service line(s) • Maintains unit and other regulatory educational requirements. Participates in continuing education, quality of improvement activities, and supports membership in professional organizations. Implements staff development programs along with Clinical Educator and is responsible for orientation of new personnel, student, and others to the specific specialty • Participates in the planning, orienting, teaching, guiding, and evaluating the performance of staff and students. Serves as a resource to others including physician's patients, families, caregivers, and visitors. • Assists, consults, and serves as a resource to the health care team. • May be dedicated to perform orientation and for up to 50% of their role whereas the above duties would be reduced proportionally. Utilizing the Nursing Process and in collaboration with the Perioperative Clinical Educator:Assists in identifying orientation needs of new and existing employees. Tracks education requirements ensuring regulatory needs are met. Assists in the development of orientation schedules for new employees. Facilitates interdepartmental in-services to meet regulatory needs of staff members. Formulates departmental orientation and communication tools and participates in process improvement mechanisms. Assists in providing orientation activities to meet the needs of the new employee. Assists in the provision of training programs, developed by others (including Clinical Educators) for assigned staff. Promotes quality of patient care by practicing and promoting existing policies using effective communication, cooperation, and teamwork. Assists in the clinical development of staff specialty skills. Promotes staff talent by encouraging their involvement in clinical professional activities. Assists in the monitoring and documenting of the new employee orientation progress. Monitors regulatory lists to ensure staff compliance and maintains current documentation. Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills when interacting with co-workers, physicians, and family members. Maintains current knowledge of HonorHealth standards, patient care technology and agency regulations. Maintains flexibility in scheduling hours to meet educational and clinical needs of all shifts. Maintains certification requirements. • All other duties as assigned. EDUCATION • Associates Diploma Required • Bachelors Preferred EXPERIENCE • 2 years RN experience Required • 2 years as a Perioperative Nurse (OR, Preop/Pacu, Endo) Required • 1 year to 2 years' experience in a specialty Preferred LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) - Certification Basic Life Support BLS Training Course C Upon Hire Required • Drivers License (DL) - License Driver License - Valid and In State if in Home Health Upon Hire Required • Registered Nurse (RN) - License State Licensure And/or Compact State Licensure State Licensure Upon Hire Required We're all in for your career.

Requirements

  • Nursing policy compliance
  • Patient treatment planning
  • Clinical staff performance evaluation
  • Student supervision
  • Employee onboarding
  • Staff performance monitoring
  • PACU experience
  • Direct patient care

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HonorHealth is a healthcare employer operating in Mesa, Arizona, with a facility identified as Four Peaks Medical Center. The organization's nursing practice is guided by the ANA Standards for Professional Nurses and Code of Ethics, indicating a commitment to established…

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What reviewers appreciate

  • Sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 available for eligible Critical Care Unit RN positions
  • Opportunities to precept new hire staff and nursing students, supporting professional growth
  • Practice guided by ANA Standards for Professional Nurse and Code of Ethics

What reviewers flag

  • Night shift positions may present work-life balance challenges
  • 1+ years of ICU experience preferred, which may limit opportunities for new graduate nurses seeking critical care roles
  • No specific information provided on nurse-to-patient ratios, which may indicate variability
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Living in Phoenix, AZ

Phoenix delivers year-round sunshine, sweeping desert mountain views, and a booming healthcare sector with major hospital systems constantly hiring RNs. The metro offers everything from bustling urban cores to quiet suburban sprawl, plus easy weekend escapes to Sedona or Flagstaff when the Valley heat calls for a cooler break.

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Metro price level · Phoenix area
3% above the national average
BEA index 103.3 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$1,582/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$81,332/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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Operating Room is a specialty you move into. Periop programs often train from the ground up.

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