Nurse Manager – Surgical Services
Location: Acute Care Hospital – Central Florida
Schedule: Full-Time | Days (Rotating Weekends)
Position Summary
A leading acute care hospital in Central Florida is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager – Surgical Services to provide operational and clinical leadership across its perioperative departments. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated nursing leader to oversee a high-performing surgical services team within a complex, fast-paced healthcare environment.
The successful candidate will be responsible for driving operational excellence, supporting quality and patient safety initiatives, fostering staff engagement, and ensuring efficient day-to-day departmental operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of Surgical Services, including the Operating Room (OR), Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR), Anesthesia, and Sterile Processing departments
- Lead, mentor, and develop multidisciplinary clinical teams to promote a culture of excellence and accountability
- Coordinate staffing plans, scheduling, and resource allocation to ensure safe and efficient patient care
- Support recruitment, onboarding, performance evaluations, coaching, and employee development initiatives
- Collaborate with physicians, department leaders, and hospital administration to optimize patient outcomes and operational efficiency
- Monitor departmental budgets, productivity metrics, supply utilization, and equipment needs
- Drive quality improvement initiatives focused on patient safety, customer satisfaction, and clinical outcomes
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies
- Foster strong relationships with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to promote teamwork and collaboration
Scope of Responsibility
- Oversight of approximately 50 full-time employees, with responsibility for additional PRN staff members
- Leadership responsibility for:
- Operating Room (OR)
- Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)
- Anesthesia Services
- Sterile Processing
- Reports directly to the Director of Surgical Services
- Provides leadership within a high-acuity, trauma-designated hospital environment
QualificationsRequired
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Florida or compact eligibility)
- Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Nursing Diploma
- Minimum 3 years of acute care Operating Room (OR) nursing experience
- Minimum 1 year of recent acute care OR leadership experience as a:
- Charge Nurse
- Clinical Coordinator
- Nursing Supervisor
- Nurse Manager
Relief or occasional Charge Nurse experience alone will not meet leadership requirements.
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- CNOR certification
- Previous experience managing multiple perioperative departments
Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required within six months of hire
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required within six months of hire
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is a proactive perioperative leader who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment. They possess strong operational and people-management skills, demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement, and are passionate about supporting both patients and staff.
Candidates should be located within a reasonable commuting distance of the facility to ensure effective leadership presence and responsiveness to departmental needs.
What’s Offered
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings plans with employer contributions
- Employee stock purchase opportunities
- Tuition assistance and certification reimbursement
- Leadership development and career advancement opportunities
- Paid time off and leave programs
- Wellness resources and employee assistance programs
- Additional lifestyle and family support benefits
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role offers the opportunity to lead a large, multidisciplinary perioperative team within a well-established acute care hospital known for advanced surgical services. With oversight of OR, CVOR, Anesthesia, and Sterile Processing, the Nurse Manager will play a key role in shaping operational performance, patient outcomes, and team success while positioning themselves for future leadership growth.
Equal Opportunity Statement
This organization is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any legally protected status.
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Pay: $38.72 - $58.08 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
