Location: Houston, TX 77054
Employment Type: Full-Time / Permanent
Shift: Days, Monday–Friday
Department: Operating Room / Surgical Services
Reports To: OR Director
Salary Range: $42.04 – $63.05 per hour (based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: Not Available
Relocation Assistance: Considered on a case-by-case basis
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Manager of Surgery (Operating Room) to oversee the daily operations of the Operating Room department at a leading acute care hospital in Houston, Texas.
The Nurse Manager will be responsible for clinical operations, nursing staff management, patient safety, quality outcomes, staffing, and overall departmental performance.
The ideal candidate must have a strong Operating Room nursing background, particularly recent OR circulating experience, along with demonstrated leadership and team management capabilities.
Oversee daily operations of the Operating Room department.
Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered nursing care.
Monitor and evaluate nursing practices and clinical outcomes.
Implement evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and quality.
Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
Coordinate surgical workflows, patient admissions, and discharge processes.
Ensure appropriate clinical competencies and staffing assignments.
Lead and supervise approximately 45 FTEs.
Manage staffing, scheduling, and daily departmental operations.
Provide coaching, mentoring, and professional development.
Promote employee engagement, accountability, and teamwork.
Support recruitment, retention, and staff development.
Build a collaborative and patient-focused work environment.
Monitor clinical quality indicators and patient outcomes.
Implement quality improvement initiatives.
Ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
Promote evidence-based nursing practices.
Maintain equipment readiness and ensure appropriate maintenance.
Identify opportunities to improve surgical efficiency and patient safety.
Promote a patient-first philosophy throughout the department.
Ensure positive patient and family interactions.
Monitor patient feedback and satisfaction.
Support service recovery initiatives.
Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership to improve patient experience.
Work closely with the OR Director, physicians, and interdisciplinary teams.
Support organizational goals and departmental initiatives.
Promote a culture aligned with organizational mission, vision, and values.
Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and clinical outcomes.
Bachelor's Degree required.
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Basic Life Support (BLS) / Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required.
Minimum 3+ years of recent Operating Room circulating experience.
OR circulating experience must be within the last 12 months.
Recent acute care hospital or surgery center experience will be considered.
Strong understanding of Operating Room nursing practices and surgical workflows.
Current OR Nurse Manager, OR Supervisor, or OR leadership experience preferred.
OR Charge Nurse experience with readiness to step into a Nurse Manager position will also be considered.
Demonstrated ability to lead clinical teams and manage daily OR operations.
Hourly Salary Range:
$42.04/hour: 3–5 years of experience.
$52.55/hour: 7–10 years of experience.
$63.05/hour: 15+ years of experience.
Additional Benefits:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with employer matching.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Relocation assistance on a case-by-case basis.
Fertility and family-building benefits.
Employee wellness and counseling programs.