Nurse Manager II - Hospital Operating Room

Nurse Manager II – Hospital Operating Room (OR)

Location

Hillsboro, Oregon

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Employment Type

Permanent

Industry

Healthcare

Fixed fee/ Percentage:10%

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced

Nurse Manager II – Operating Room (OR)

to lead perioperative nursing operations in a high-acuity hospital environment. This role is responsible for overseeing clinical care delivery, staffing, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and operational performance within the Operating Room and procedure suite.

The Nurse Manager II will ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care while collaborating with physicians, surgical teams, and hospital leadership to optimize patient outcomes across the continuum of care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership

Team Development

Lead, coach, and develop OR nursing staff and support teams.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Manage hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.

Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.

Clinical Operations Management

Oversee daily operations of the Operating Room and related procedural areas.

Ensure appropriate staffing, resource allocation, and equipment readiness.

Maintain clinical expertise and provide guidance on perioperative nursing standards.

Delegate tasks aligned with scope of practice and clinical competency.

Quality, Safety

Compliance

Ensure compliance with The Joint Commission (TJC), Nursing Practice Act, and regulatory requirements.

Drive patient safety initiatives and quality improvement programs.

Monitor adherence to infection control, surgical safety, and perioperative best practices.

Support audit readiness and continuous survey preparedness.

Strategic

Administrative Leadership

Translate organizational goals into operational action plans for assigned unit(s).

Manage budgets, payroll, and resource utilization.

Identify workflow inefficiencies and implement process improvements.

Participate in hospital-wide operational and strategic initiatives.

Collaboration

Patient Care Coordination

Collaborate with physicians, surgical teams, and interdisciplinary departments.

Resolve patient, family, and staff concerns related to care delivery.

Support emergency preparedness and operational continuity planning.

Ensure coordination across departments for safe and timely surgical care.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Minimum

5 years of experience in patient care delivery .

Minimum

5 years of experience in business operations, clinical healthcare, or related field .

Minimum

4 years of leadership experience

(with or without direct reports).

Active

Oregon Registered Nurse (RN) license

at time of hire.

Current

Basic Life Support (BLS)

certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Leadership experience in Operating Room, perioperative services, or surgical nursing.

Strong understanding of perioperative standards, patient safety, and surgical workflows.

Experience in staffing, budgeting, and hospital operations management.

Strong background in regulatory compliance and quality improvement.

Excellent communication, decision-making, and team leadership skills.

Compensation

Benefits

Salary Range

$171,000 – $180,000 annually

Additional benefits may include

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Retirement savings and pension options

Paid time off and holidays

Leadership development programs

Employee wellness and support programs

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a seasoned nursing leader with strong OR or surgical services experience, capable of managing complex hospital operations while ensuring high standards of patient safety and clinical excellence. This individual demonstrates strong leadership, regulatory expertise, and the ability to drive performance in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Employment Details

Full-Time Permanent Role

Onsite Position