Team Leader (St. Tammany Health System)

Job Description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

Work Shift: 6:15a to 2:45p, Monday through Friday

Summary of the Job:

The Registered Nurse OR Team Leader is responsible for assigned surgical service specialty lines such as, Neuro, CV, Ortho, etc.  The assigned service lines may change based on the demand, growth, and/or complexity of the service line. Accountable for staff & case coordination, efficiency, product & equipment management, education & competency, preference cards, quality care, and core measures. Assists with implementing and evaluating nursing interventions by coordinating, delegating, and supervising the care provided by the healthcare team. Facilitates problem resolution and collaborates with the Surgery Management team, Director of Surgery, and other supervisory staff.  The OR Team Leader is the direct contact to the physicians, their First Assistants, and Practitioners. Provides direct and indirect care of the perioperative patients.

Main OR only: The OR Team Leader must be available in-house within 30 minutes when on call.

Minimum Qualifications:

Current LA RN Licensure with a minimum two (2) years of experience of the perioperative and intraoperative processes. Current BLS and ALS certifications through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to:  Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross.  The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.  
 
Preferred Qualifications:

Specialty Team Leader experience preferred. IP Acute Care facility experience preferred. Management/Supervisory experience preferred. CNOR preferred. BSN preferred.
 
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health.  Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.  Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.  Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required:        
Constant (67%-100%) - reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, stooping, crouching
Occasionally (1%-33%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), crawling

Contact Information:

Talent Acquisition - Human Resources

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.