What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Nurse Manager – Operating Room (OR) position at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic?
Employment Type
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
The Assistant Nurse Manager is a licensed registered nurse (RN) who works in a collaborative environment at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital and is accountable for leading, managing, and advancing people, processes, and programs that support direct and indirect patient care. The Assistant Nurse Manager promotes and advocates for patients, nurses, colleagues, and the practice of nursing as defined by the clinical area of expertise and assignment.
Department Description
The Operating Room (OR) at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment supporting a wide range of procedures across multiple specialties. The OR team is committed to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality perioperative care while utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams ensures optimal patient outcomes throughout the surgical experience.
What You Will Do
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic was formed in October 2018 and is the largest Catholic healthcare system serving the Greater Philadelphia area and is a part of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan, and sponsored by Catholic Health Ministries. The hospitals and associated clinics, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions and foundation represent more than 6,000 colleagues. These hospitals serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities.
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 178-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa., which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia. Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Full time
Shift
Day Shift
Description
The Assistant Nurse Manager is a licensed registered nurse (RN) who works in a collaborative environment at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital and is accountable for leading, managing, and advancing people, processes, and programs that support direct and indirect patient care. The Assistant Nurse Manager promotes and advocates for patients, nurses, colleagues, and the practice of nursing as defined by the clinical area of expertise and assignment.
Department Description
The Operating Room (OR) at Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment supporting a wide range of procedures across multiple specialties. The OR team is committed to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality perioperative care while utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices. Collaboration across multidisciplinary teams ensures optimal patient outcomes throughout the surgical experience.
What You Will Do
- Employment Type/Shift: Full-Time, Days (with flexibility based on departmental needs)
- Serve as a frontline, department-based nursing leader within the Operating Room.
- Support daily clinical operations and ensure safe, high-quality patient care across perioperative services.
- Formally and/or informally supervise charge nurses, perioperative RNs, surgical technologists, and support staff within the OR.
- Assist with staff coordination, case scheduling support, staffing assignments, and patient throughput.
- Contribute to staff performance evaluations, coaching, and development initiatives.
- Promote adherence to regulatory standards, infection prevention protocols, and surgical safety guidelines.
- Drive team performance, engagement, and accountability within the department.
- Collaborate with Nurse Manager and leadership team to implement departmental goals, strategic priorities, and quality improvement initiatives.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or Compact State.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited program.
- Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or related advanced degree.
- Previous leadership experience in perioperative services or surgical environment.
- CNOR certification or other specialty certifications aligned with perioperative nursing (preferred).
- Comprehensive benefits package starting on Day 1 (medical, dental, vision, mental health, PTO, 403(b), tuition assistance, and voluntary benefits including pet insurance and more).
- Commitment to work-life balance with flexible scheduling options.
- Free onsite parking.
- Opportunity to lead within a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and clinical excellence.
- A supportive culture rooted in Trinity Health’s mission and core values, fostering respect, collaboration, and a safe, healing environment for patients and colleagues alike.
Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic was formed in October 2018 and is the largest Catholic healthcare system serving the Greater Philadelphia area and is a part of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan, and sponsored by Catholic Health Ministries. The hospitals and associated clinics, medical offices, specialized facilities, affiliated institutions and foundation represent more than 6,000 colleagues. These hospitals serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within their communities.
Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 178-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa., which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia. Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.