What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Manager of Surgical Services position at Cooperidge Consulting Firm?
Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Nurse Manager of Surgical Services for a top healthcare client in Arlington, TX.
This role oversees day-to-day operations within the Operating Room, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered surgical care. The Nurse Manager will lead a skilled perioperative team, manage staffing and budgets, support ongoing staff education, and collaborate with hospital leadership to meet departmental goals and enhance operational performance.
Job Responsibilities
Education
This role oversees day-to-day operations within the Operating Room, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered surgical care. The Nurse Manager will lead a skilled perioperative team, manage staffing and budgets, support ongoing staff education, and collaborate with hospital leadership to meet departmental goals and enhance operational performance.
Job Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate all clinical and administrative functions of the Operating Room.
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and quality improvement initiatives that promote safe, efficient surgical care.
- Collaborate with the OR Educator to ensure comprehensive staff orientation and ongoing professional development.
- Oversee staffing, scheduling, and performance management to maintain optimal department coverage and morale.
- Serve as liaison between nursing staff, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and hospital administration.
- Monitor department budget, supply usage, and capital expenditures to ensure fiscal responsibility.
- Participate in strategic planning, management meetings, and departmental growth initiatives.
- Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and continuous improvement in patient outcomes and satisfaction
Education
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required
- Minimum of 5 years of RN-level Operating Room experience
- Minimum of 2 years of acute care OR leadership experience required
- Active Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact State license required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through AHA or Red Cross required
- CNOR certification preferred
- Strong leadership and communication abilities
- Deep understanding of surgical nursing practice and standards
- Excellent organizational and budgeting skills
- Ability to mentor and develop high-performing clinical teams
- Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment
Salary : $85,000 - $128,000