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RN Clinical Coordinator Operating Room
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Durango, CO, 81301-8296
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 36.22-57.78 HOUR
Date Posted : 14 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
RN Clinical Coordinators may be eligible for a relocation bonus up to $8,000.
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Embrace your purpose and unique talents now, and put them to work. We value individuals with exceptional skills, but your dedication to a greater cause is what we cherish the most. Our organization thrives on this ethos, providing a supportive team environment with resources to help you succeed, guided by leaders who genuinely care about your growth and achievements.
As an RN Clinical Coordinator you will actively support the department director/manager by coordinating clinical and department activities for the unit. You will not serve as a supervisor or manager; instead serve as a clinical nurse and resource to the staff, authorize work procedures and assign duties, shift charge, as well as:
- Demonstrating strong clinical judgment and ensuring high-quality care delivery to each patient.
- Acting as a vital link between physicians and the patient care team to facilitate seamless communication and collaboration.
- Maintaining communication and promote cooperation with unit staff and other departments.
- Provides input and recommendations to the director/manager on coaching, mentoring and performance management of associates.
- Assumes responsibility and accountability for facilitating, communicating, and collaborating with both the healthcare team, and the patient/family to identify and meet the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of the patient.
- Act as a professional role model for all staff by demonstrating ethical/legal/professional nursing.
- Promotes the optimal health, well-being, and safety of the patient through use of the nursing process and in accordance with patient care standards, guidelines, and the State Nurse Practice Act.
- Actively serves on unit as a registered nurse and may take patient assignments based on unit and patient needs and acuity.
- Being personally, accountable for relationship-based care, organizational mission, and core values.
**Additional requirements per Unit**
Two years Operating Room (OR) RN Experience required.
Two years leadership experience required- Either Charge RN or Service line leader.
Able to Circulate across multiple services in OR
Day to Day:
- Run front desk in the OR.
- Ensure assignments for staff meet the daily need.
- Schedule the next day’s assignments.
- Communicate case changes to staff, support, and coach staff to build confidence and growth.
- Hold staff accountable to policy and high standard of practice.
- Collaborate with the lead Anesthesiologist on daily case flow and efficiency.
- Assist in the development and implementation of educational programs/ practices for department associates.
- Act as leadership within the department to support staff, Manager and Director.
- Will also be used on occasion to help out in the rest of the OR
9 OR Suites-1 dedicated labor and delivery suite. Labor Delivery attends C-Sections
Approx. 20-30+ cases per Day
Schedule: 36hr/wk-Days- Variable shifts per surgical volume and current unit needs.
Call Required-Approx 5 call shifts in 6 weeks –1900-0700 weeknights and 700-1900, 1900-0700 on weekends
30min Callback radius required. Sleep rooms available in House
Job Requirements
In addition to bringing humankindness to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:
Education
- Associates Degree in Nursing (Nursing Diploma or by endorsement) required
- BSN, preferred
Licensure
- RN License to practice in state of employment as applicable, required
- Nursing Specialty Certification, preferred
Experience
- Minimum of 1 year of direct clinical experience as a Registered Nurse.
Physical Requirements
- Medium Work - (Exert up to 50lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs frequently, and/or up to 10lbs constantly)
At CommonSpirit Mountain Region, we believe in the healing power of humanity and serving the common good through our dedicated work and shared mission to celebrate humankindness.
The Surgery department at Mercy Regional Medical Center is a Level III operating room that treats spine, ortho, ENT, GYN patients, a few eye surgeries, some dental, plastics and a mix of general surgical procedures. We have seven ORs with two dedicated to outpatient cases and are strictly surgical for patients one year old and above. We provide care to the Four Corners region and see patients from all over, including occasional trauma. Our department is service oriented, and we care for one another so we all can have a great quality of life and a safe work environment. To be part of this team, individuals must have strong OR skills, be honest, punctual, reliable and have a sense that every day they put their best foot forward for their community and patients.
“Call is required for every part time and full-time position. Each team member covers approximately 5 call shifts every 6 weeks. On call hours are from 2100-0700 on Weeknights, and 0700-1900, 1900-0700 on Weekends. Response time for call is 30 minutes, and we do have sleep rooms for on call associates in house. We also require holiday call coverage throughout the year that is assigned six months in advance on a rotating schedule. 2 Years of Operating Room circulating experience preferred.
We are a close team of individuals working together to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Robotics, Spine, General, Urology, Plastics, Orthopedics and total joint arthroplasty, sports medicine, ENT experience preferred but not required'.- Hiring Manager
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Frequently asked questions
The RN Clinical Coordinator Operating Room role focuses on coordinating clinical activities and serving as a resource rather than direct supervision. It blends hands-on nursing with leadership responsibilities like assignment scheduling and communication with physicians, making it a hybrid position distinct from standard circulating nurse duties.
Strong clinical judgment, leadership experience, and proficiency in OR protocols are crucial. Additionally, expertise in staff coaching, case flow collaboration with anesthesiologists, and multi-service circulation within the OR enhances effectiveness in this coordinator role.
Yes, this position often serves as a stepping stone to advanced nursing leadership roles such as Nurse Manager or Clinical Program Coordinator. Durango's healthcare market supports growth through ongoing education and regional hospital networks, offering pathways to specialized OR management.
Salaries for this role in Durango generally range between $75,000 and $95,000 annually, depending on experience and certifications. This reflects the specialized nature of the position combined with regional cost-of-living factors and healthcare demand in Colorado.
Demand for OR nurses and coordinators in Durango remains strong due to limited staffing pools and regional hospital needs. However, competition can vary seasonally, with a preference for candidates demonstrating both clinical and leadership experience in surgical environments.
While an RN license is mandatory, certifications such as CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) are highly valued in Colorado. These credentials validate surgical nursing expertise and can improve job prospects and leadership credibility in operating room coordinator positions.
Catholic Health Initiatives emphasizes a supportive environment promoting personal growth, including mentorship and coaching. They also provide resources like relocation bonuses and in-house call sleep rooms, fostering balance for RN Clinical Coordinators managing demanding OR shifts.
This role acts as a communication hub, linking surgeons, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and support services to ensure seamless surgical case flow. Coordinators facilitate collaboration, address patient needs, and uphold care standards, enhancing overall team efficiency and patient outcomes.
Shifts involve managing staff assignments, overseeing case changes, supporting staff development, and sometimes taking direct patient care responsibilities. The role requires adaptability to variable surgical volumes and includes participation in call rotations with on-site accommodations.
The position blends hands-on nursing with leadership by guiding and coaching staff, enforcing policies, and facilitating communication. Unlike managerial roles, it focuses on clinical expertise and resource support rather than formal supervisory authority, fostering a collaborative team culture.