About the job
Join a leading acute care facility in Portsmouth, New Hampshire as the RN Manager – Surgery (Operating Room). This critical role involves overseeing the daily operations of a dynamic multi-room surgical services department.
As a key partner with surgical leadership, you will champion patient safety, foster staff development, enhance physician collaboration, and maintain fiscal responsibility within a high-performing perioperative environment. We welcome applications from experienced OR Charge Nurses with a strong leadership track record.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage daily operating room functions, including staffing, scheduling, patient flow, and rounding.
- Work collaboratively with clinical coordinators to drive department growth, elevate patient satisfaction, and strengthen physician relations.
- Guide and oversee perioperative nursing care in accordance with organizational policies and standards.
- Facilitate competency development and ongoing education in collaboration with the department educator.
- Assist in coordinating admissions and discharges for surgical patients.
- Conduct interviews, hire, evaluate, and mentor staff; complete annual performance reviews.
- Implement corrective actions and disciplinary measures as necessary.
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards, national nursing guidelines, and perioperative best practices.
- Monitor patient outcomes and engage in quality improvement initiatives.
- Participate in operating and capital budget planning for surgical services.

