Operating Room Nurse Manager

Operating Room Nurse Manager

Operating Room Nurse Manager – step into a high-impact leadership role where surgical excellence meets innovation, collaboration, and career-defining opportunity in beautiful Eastern Tennessee.

The Operating Room Nurse Manager will join a nationally recognized regional health system celebrated for advanced surgical programs, collaborative physician partnerships, and a steadfast commitment to exceptional patient care. This organization is known for strong clinical outcomes, impressive patient experience scores, and a culture grounded in safety, transparency, and continuous improvement. Leaders are empowered by access to state‑of‑the‑art surgical technology, including robotic platforms, advanced imaging, and data‑driven quality dashboards that enhance perioperative performance.

The Operating Room Nurse Manager will oversee a dynamic surgery department encompassing surgical services, the operating room, inpatient operating room suites, and inpatient surgery operations. This confidential leadership opportunity offers the chance to oversee a high‑performing perioperative department while driving quality outcomes, operational excellence, and strategic growth across surgical services.

Reporting to senior nursing and surgical services leadership, the Operating Room Nurse Manager will provide strategic and operational oversight for daily OR functions, including staffing, budgeting, quality initiatives, regulatory readiness, and performance improvement. The role partners closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, surgical technologists, sterile processing professionals, and perioperative nursing teams to foster a culture of accountability and teamwork. Supported by experienced charge nurses and clinical educators, the Operating Room Nurse Manager will mentor and develop a diverse team of highly skilled healthcare professionals dedicated to excellence in intra‑operative care.

Located in Eastern Tennessee, the Operating Room Nurse Manager will enjoy a lifestyle rich in natural beauty and vibrant community living. The region offers easy access to the Appalachian Mountains, scenic lakes, and miles of hiking and biking trails, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. Residents appreciate a moderate four‑season climate, affordable housing, excellent schools, and a growing economy with strong healthcare and technology sectors.

Compensation and benefits include competitive salary, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement plans with employer contribution, paid time off, and professional development support.