Operating Room Nurse Manager

Role Summary

The Operating Room Nurse Manager is a dynamic leadership role responsible for overseeing perioperative services and driving exceptional patient outcomes within a fast-paced surgical environment. This position blends clinical expertise with operational leadership, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care.

Working in close partnership with surgical services leadership and nursing teams, the Nurse Manager leads a high-performing operating room that functions seamlessly around the clock. This role is ideal for a collaborative, forward-thinking leader who is passionate about team development, process improvement, and delivering excellence in patient care.

Duties & Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and support a multidisciplinary perioperative team including RNs, LPNs, Scrub Technicians, CNAs, and support staff

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Conduct performance evaluations, provide coaching, and support professional development initiatives

• Participate in recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of high-quality OR staff

Clinical Excellence & Patient Safety

• Oversee intraoperative nursing care to ensure the highest standards of patient safety and clinical quality

• Champion evidence-based practices and continuous improvement initiatives

• Serve as a patient advocate, ensuring dignity, privacy, and exceptional care throughout the surgical experience

Operations & Performance

• Manage daily operating room operations, including staffing, workflow coordination, and resource allocation

• Ensure appropriate staffing levels, equipment readiness, and supply availability

• Support the development and management of operational and capital budgets

• Lead performance improvement initiatives using data-driven insights and outcomes

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure adherence to all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards

• Maintain and update policies, procedures, and clinical guidelines

• Support accreditation readiness efforts and ongoing compliance initiatives

Collaboration & Communication

• Partner effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams

• Lead organizational and departmental change initiatives using strong communication and leadership skills

• Resolve conflicts professionally and foster alignment across teams

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Oregon

• Certifications required:

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)

  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

  • Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)

• Minimum of five (5) years of Operating Room or Ambulatory Surgery experience

• Experience across multiple surgical specialties, including but not limited to robotics, orthopedics, urology, general surgery, gynecology, neurology, ERCP, and vascular

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Desired Qualifications

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) preferred

• CNOR certification preferred

• Previous leadership or management experience in a perioperative setting

• Experience with robotic surgery systems (including ION robotics)

• Demonstrated ability to lead teams in a high-acuity, fast-paced surgical environment

• Strong problem-solving, conflict resolution, and change management skills

Location & Work Type

On-site position
Oregon
Day shift schedule: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

If you're interested, please reply to this advertisement or directly email your resume to me at DSalgado@teemagroup.com or by calling/texting (949) 295-5951.
I strive to reply within 48 hours. Looking forward to connecting with you soon. Thank you!