Registered Nurse with both administrative and clinical accountability to designated service area. Collaborates with Director to plan budget, staffing needs, and oversee competency of nursing staff in the CVOR. Provides leadership in growth and development of new services in area(s) of clinical leadership. Demonstrates clinical expertise in caring for patients within the perioperative setting, and practices accordance to AORN standards by maintaining CNOR certification. If Registered Nurse functions in the role of Registered Nurse First Assistant after meeting credentialing criteria and carries out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. The RNFA practices under the supervision of the surgeon during the first assisting phase of the intraoperative role. Demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment, and leadership in planning , directing, and provision of nursing care to patients in accordance with the N.H. Nurse Practice Act, recognized nursing techniques, and both clinical and administrative policies. Provides leadership and clinical support to staff and serves as management representative for the CVOR. The Clinical Coordinator working in the CVOR will be required to participate in unit based CQI initiatives.