Robot/Urology Team Leader - Surgery

Robot/Urology Team Leader - Surgery

Full Time Day Shift - TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital

Location: 

375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Work Schedule: 

• Full Time Days - (80 hours bi-weekly)
• Weekend rotation
• Holiday rotation 

The Operating Room at TriHealth Good Samaritan Hospital is a fast‑paced, highly collaborative environment where skilled professionals work seamlessly across diverse surgical specialties including general surgery, urology, vascular, robotics, orthopedics, neurosurgery, gynecology, ENT, and plastics, to deliver exceptional, patient‑centered care. Our team thrives on communication, strong interdisciplinary relationships, and a culture rooted in trust and mutual support. We take pride in fostering a robust learning environment for both new graduates and experienced nurses, offering comprehensive training in surgical techniques, instrumentation, sterile field management, and advanced technologies. Staff are encouraged to pursue professional growth through certifications such as CNOR and specialty surgical training, supported by engagement with organizations like AORN. The OR combines technical excellence, continuous learning, and a strong team identity to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate care for every patient.

Overview: 

This position is a qualified registered nurse accountable to the Nursing Manager of the Operating Room/L&D OR’s, for the planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, communicating, and monitoring of patient care activities in the operating room. The Specialty Team Leader demonstrates effective utilization of resources, facilities and team cohesiveness and assumes specialty service responsibilities in the OR/L&D OR’s. 

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Collaborative, collegial environment with strong nurse‑physician partnerships.
• Opportunity to sharpen rapid assessment and decision‑making skills in a fast‑moving OR setting
• Autonomy to apply holistic, evidence‑based nursing care across diverse patient populations. 
• Support for professional development, including BSN attainment and specialty certification. 
• A culture that prioritizes patient dignity, safety, and the voices of frontline nurses.

Incentives & Benefits: 

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options—this role offers career growth opportunities. 

Please view our benefits page:  https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits  

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
• Certification in related specialty area within two years of assuming position
• Registered Nurse licensure required
• 2-3 years Clinical nursing experience within the Operating Room 

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform initial and ongoing patient and family assessments.
• Develop and individualize plans of care based on assessments and expected outcomes.
• Provide safe, evidence‑based patient care while upholding dignity, autonomy, and ethical principles.
• Safely administer medications and treatments; monitor effectiveness and patient response.
• Use clinical equipment appropriately and respond promptly to emergencies.
• Evaluate and document patient progress, revising the care plan as needed.
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Supervise delegated tasks and support team effectiveness.
• Serve in roles such as relief charge nurse or preceptor as needed.
• Participate in continuing education, professional development, and unit initiatives.
• Support staff development through coaching, feedback, and involvement in onboarding.
• Foster strong communication and collegial relationships across the care team.
• Assist with operational needs, including coordination of equipment, supplies, and specialty resources.

Other Job-Related Information:

The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advancement of degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

Working Conditions

Bending - Frequently

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Consistently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Consistently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently

Pulling - Consistently

Pushing - Consistently

Reaching - Consistently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Consistently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Consistently

Color Vision - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: 

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service 

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Job Keywords: OR, Surgery, Perioperative Staff RN, Registered Nurse, Nursing, Hospital, Robotics, Urology