Operating Room Registered Nurse Manager

Emory•Decatur, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Emory Healthcare is seeking an experienced, dynamic, and results-driven Operating Room Nurse Manager for Emory Decatur Hospital. The manager will lead a team across 22 operating rooms supporting a wide range of surgical specialties, including general, bariatric, gynecologic, urologic, breast, oncologic, plastic, vascular, robotic, neurosurgical, oral, orthopedic, and ENT surgery. The program uses the Da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system and includes specialized procedures such as HoLEP and PCNL. The Nurse Manager oversees daily clinical and operational functions and patient care delivery, with accountability for team performance, quality, safety, compliance, financials, throughput, and operational efficiency. Reporting to the Director of Patient Care Service, the manager develops, implements, and evaluates systems that promote high-quality, cost-effective, and safe care. The role calls for a visible, engaged leader who can translate strategic priorities into operational plans, support and develop staff, build collaborative relationships with surgeons and anesthesia providers, and resolve complex operational challenges. The position requires a bachelor's degree in nursing, at least five years of professional nursing practice experience, and at least two years of nursing or health-system leadership experience. A valid, unencumbered Georgia Board of Nursing RN license and BLS certification are required. A master's or doctoral degree and nurse executive or comparable certification are preferred.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN).
At least five years of professional nursing practice experience in acute and/or ambulatory care settings.
At least two years of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience in a nursing or health-system role.
For acute or ambulatory settings, a valid, unencumbered Registered Nursing License approved by the Georgia Board of Nursing.
BLS certification.
Demonstrated leadership promoting collaboration, diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice within the populations served and the health system.
Experience overseeing complex service-line operations within a healthcare system.
Ongoing demonstrated clinical and leadership competence.
ACLS certification may be required after hire depending on specialty area; additional certifications may also be required based on department and specialty.
If overseeing virtual care activities, an active compact/multistate license (eNLC) is required within 60 days of hire.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including frequent standing and walking and lifting or carrying items; demands may vary by work area and tasks.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in nursing or a doctoral degree such as DNP, PhD, or DrPH.
At least three years of lead, supervisory, management, and/or leadership experience within a complex academic health system.
Nurse Executive Certification (NE-BC or NEA-BC), or a comparable certification such as CNML or CENP.

Responsibilities

Develop and sustain engagement, visibility, and accountability within the healthcare team in support of organizational goals.
Foster collaboration, excellence, accountability, mutual respect, and an inclusive culture across interprofessional teams.
Educate, coach, and guide staff on clinical standards and best practices; support onboarding, competency assessment, and continued professional development.
Manage and support a diverse workforce according to organizational goals, staffing needs, and budget considerations.
Oversee clinical and operational workflows to support patient integration and efficient service delivery.
Lead quality and safety initiatives aligned with organizational objectives and collaborate with division leadership to monitor care-continuum quality and safety objectives.
Execute financial and productivity initiatives in line with organizational goals.
Identify and implement evidence-based practices to improve patient safety and reduce risk, aligned with the Magnet model.
Manage staff performance, provide feedback, and address patient-care and professional-conduct concerns.
Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, accreditation requirements, and organizational policies.
Lead continuous quality improvement through data analysis, problem-solving, and monitoring key performance indicators.
Plan and prioritize operations, anticipate resource needs, and achieve results within budget.
Resolve operational challenges in partnership with triad leadership and advocate for appropriate resource allocation.
Promote staff well-being, professional growth, and morale, adapting leadership and communication approaches as needed.
Monitor nursing practice and provide ongoing education and training to maintain current clinical skills and regulatory knowledge.
Advocate for patient safety and optimal care by addressing staffing, resource, and care-delivery concerns.
Build collaborative relationships with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to support safe, efficient surgical operations.