Nurse Manager of Surgical Services
Listed on 2026-10-05
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Nursing
Operating Room Nurse, Surgical Assistant, Director of Nursing
A 221-bed acute care hospital and Level II Trauma Center in Sanford is seeking a Nurse Manager of Surgical Services to lead operations across its perioperative departments. This facility provides a wide range of advanced services, including open-heart surgery, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, robotic surgery, orthopedic care, and spine programs.
Position OverviewThis leadership role is responsible for the day-to-day management of the Operating Room and supporting perioperative areas, including CVOR, anesthesia services, and sterile processing. The Nurse Manager oversees a multidisciplinary surgical team and ensures efficient coordination of staff, resources, and patient flow to support safe, high-quality surgical care.
A strong focus is placed on operational efficiency, staff development, physician collaboration, and maintaining high standards across clinical and support services.
Key Responsibilities- Oversee daily operations of the Operating Room and perioperative support departments
- Lead and support a multidisciplinary team including RNs, surgical technologists, first assistants, schedulers, OR aides, anesthesia staff, and sterile processing technicians
- Manage staffing, scheduling, performance evaluations, and disciplinary processes as needed
- Promote strong working relationships with physicians, hospital leadership, and department partners
- Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements
- Monitor supply usage, equipment needs, and resource allocation
- Support quality improvement initiatives and patient safety efforts
- Drive operational performance related to productivity, efficiency, and patient satisfaction
- Collaborate with leadership to achieve departmental and organizational goals
- Minimum of 3 years of recent acute care Operating Room RN experience required
- Minimum of 1 year of recent OR leadership experience in a charge nurse, coordinator, supervisor, or management role required
- Registered Nurse (RN) license required (APRN also accepted)
- Associate degree or Nursing diploma required
- CNOR certification preferred
- BLS required within 30 days of hire
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire
- PALS required within 6 months of hire
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Retirement savings program
- Paid time off and holiday benefits
- Employee wellness and support programs
- Continuing education and leadership development opportunities
- Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis
- Opportunity to lead a busy surgical services department within a high-acuity Level II Trauma Center
- Collaborative leadership environment with strong physician and interdisciplinary partnerships
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