Nurse Manager of Surgical Services

Community Health Systems•Oro Valley, AZ

16h

About The Position

Oro Valley Hospital is seeking a full-time Nurse Manager of Surgical Services to oversee daily operations and coordinate care across the surgical continuum, including pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative services. The manager leads clinical and non-clinical staff, supports quality and safety initiatives, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The role contributes to departmental performance, employee engagement, and alignment with hospital-wide operational, financial, and strategic goals. The manager provides staff leadership and development, schedules employees, conducts performance evaluations, and consults with the Director on staffing issues. The role also develops and manages the departmental budget, monitors expenditures, evaluates new technologies, and establishes policies and procedures to improve quality and efficiency. The manager supports regulatory compliance, quality assurance, audits, inspections, and accreditation processes as applicable, and works with leadership teams to coordinate and improve services. The position may include working in a staff role when required. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, or more than four 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.
Registered Nurse (RN) state licensure and/or compact state licensure.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification from 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 that promotes 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.
Authorization to work in the United States 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 preoperative, operative, and postoperative phases.
Supervise, support, and evaluate surgical services staff to ensure adherence to clinical standards and regulatory requirements.
Apply evidence-based practices and performance improvement methods 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.
Provide leadership, mentorship, and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
Schedule employees to ensure effective use of resources 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 service quality.
Evaluate and implement new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory bodies and participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation processes as applicable.
Follow established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency, and safety.
Work with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery, and stay current with industry advancements, technologies, and regulatory changes.
Work in a staff role when required and fulfill the duties and competencies established for that job.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.