Nurse Manager Of Operating Room

Overview

• Lead the Operating Room nursing team, ensuring exceptional patient care and adherence to healthcare standards.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimize surgical procedures and patient outcomes.
• Oversee preadmission testing, pre-operative, operative, and post-operative processes for seamless service delivery.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain required certifications.
• Drive innovative practices and foster a culture of excellence within the Operating Room department.
• Contribute to the hospital's mission of delivering top-tier surgical services.
• Support strategic initiatives to enhance patient care quality and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and implement comprehensive nursing care plans tailored to surgical patients.
• Supervise and evaluate nursing staff performance, fostering professional growth and development.
• Coordinate with surgeons and anesthesiologists to ensure optimal surgical workflows.
• Monitor departmental budgets, ensuring efficient resource utilization.
• Maintain compliance with healthcare regulations and accreditation standards.
• Implement strategies to elevate patient care quality and operational performance.
• Participate in hospital-wide initiatives, contributing to strategic planning efforts.
• Facilitate effective communication between hospital leadership and departmental teams.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required; advanced certifications such as CPAN preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of acute care Operating Room management experience; 5 years preferred.
• Active RN licensure in the state of practice or compact license, as per regulations.
• Proficiency in BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications, with ability to maintain them.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills essential.
• Experience managing a team of approximately 40 FTEs in a high-volume surgical environment.
• Knowledge of fiscal management and resource allocation within healthcare settings.
• Commitment to patient care excellence and adherence to hospital mission and values.