Operating Room Nurse Manager

in Healthcare + Life Sciences
  • Modesto, CA View on Map
  • Salary: $210,000.00 - $228,500.00
Permanent

Job Detail

  • Experience Level Manager
  • Degree Type Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
  • Employment Full Time
  • Working Type On Site
  • Job Reference 0000011077
  • Salary Type Annually
  • Industry Hospital and Health Care
  • Selling Points

    Reputable hospital system with numerous non-profit acute care hospitals throughout California.

Job Description

Operating Room Nurse Manager | Modesto, CA

Position Overview

A respected 150-bed hospital in Modesto, California is seeking an experienced Operating Room Nurse Manager to lead their surgical services department. This executive nursing leadership role offers an excellent opportunity to manage a busy surgical suite comprising 9 operating rooms with a focus on orthopedic and general surgery procedures, along with some trauma cases. The ideal Operating Room Nurse Manager candidate will bring strong leadership tenure, progressive management experience, and a solid foundation in perioperative nursing practice.

Surgical Department Profile

  • 9 modern operating rooms serving diverse surgical specialties
  • High-volume orthopedic and general surgery program
  • Experience with trauma cases and emergency procedures
  • Mid-sized community hospital (150 beds) with comprehensive services
  • Dedicated team of perioperative professionals committed to surgical excellence
  • Opportunity to influence and enhance surgical services in a growing community

Primary Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic and operational leadership for the entire perioperative department
  • Oversee daily management of the operating room environment, including staffing, scheduling, and resource allocation
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate perioperative policies, procedures, and protocols
  • Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards (CMS, TJC, AORN, etc.)
  • Manage departmental budgets, capital equipment planning, and financial performance
  • Lead quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and surgical outcomes
  • Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing surgical nursing staff
  • Foster collaborative relationships with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers
  • Implement evidence-based practices and new technologies in the surgical environment
  • Support a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement
  • Participate in hospital-wide leadership initiatives and strategic planning

Collaborative Team Structure

  • The Nurse Manager is supported by a team of Assistant Nurse Managers
  • Direct supervision of perioperative nursing staff, surgical technicians, and support personnel
  • Partnership with orthopedic and general surgeons, anesthesiologists, and surgical specialists
  • Coordination with Pre-op, PACU, and Central Sterile Processing departments
  • Collaboration with hospital executive leadership on strategic initiatives
  • Engagement with interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical throughput and efficiency
  • Participation in hospital-wide quality and safety committees

Required Qualifications

  • Current California RN license
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing required, Master's degree preferred
  • Minimum 5 years of operating room nursing experience
  • Minimum 3 years of progressive leadership experience in perioperative services
  • Strong clinical foundation in surgical nursing practices
  • CNOR certification preferred

Why This Opportunity?

  • Lead a dedicated team in a community-focused hospital setting
  • Opportunity to shape and enhance surgical services in a growing market
  • Competitive executive-level compensation package
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
  • Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
  • Affordable Central Valley community
  • Potential for growth within a supportive healthcare system

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