Nurse Manager of Surgical Services

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Oro Valley, AZ

About The Position

The Manager, Surgical Services is responsible for the daily operations and coordination of care across surgical departments, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative services. This role provides leadership to clinical and non-clinical staff, supports quality and safety initiatives, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality, patient-centered care. The Manager helps drive departmental performance and employee engagement while aligning surgical services with hospital-wide operational, financial, and strategic goals. The position includes staff supervision and development, scheduling and performance evaluations, budget development and oversight, policy and procedure implementation, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with leadership teams. The manager may also work in a staff role when required and must fulfill the competencies established for that role.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or four or more years of direct experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
Two to four years of experience in a closely related field with a bachelor's degree.
RN registered nurse state licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
Ability to foster a positive work environment promoting teamwork, professionalism, and continuous improvement.
Ability to communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting deadlines.
Problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
In-depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance, if applicable.
Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; the position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree.
Two to four years of previous leadership experience.
Clinical specialty certification in perioperative nursing, such as CNOR.

Responsibilities

Oversee patient care throughout the preoperative, operative, and postoperative phases.
Supervise, support, and evaluate surgical services staff, ensuring adherence to clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
Apply evidence-based practices and performance improvement methodologies to improve clinical outcomes, patient safety, and workflow efficiency.
Analyze patient satisfaction, quality, staffing, and operational data to drive improvement.
Develop and implement surgical services policies, procedures, and practice standards in accordance with hospital and regulatory guidelines.
Collaborate with physicians, department leaders, and support services to support communication, continuity of care, and resolution of operational issues.
Engage staff in identifying improvement opportunities, risk mitigation strategies, and best practices.
Participate in strategic planning, program development, and capital and resource planning for the surgical department.
Perform other duties as assigned; maintain regular and reliable attendance; and comply with policies and standards.
Provide staff leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
Schedule employees to use resources effectively and consult with the Director on staffing issues.
Conduct performance evaluations, set goals, and provide staff feedback on performance and development.
Develop and manage the departmental budget and monitor expenditures for cost-effective operations while maintaining quality.
Evaluate and implement technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Ensure regulatory compliance and participate in applicable accreditation, audits, and inspections.
Follow quality-control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and safety.
Coordinate with leadership teams to improve service delivery and stay current with industry advancements, technologies, and regulatory changes.
Work in a staff role when required and fulfill the competencies established for that job.