Surgical Services Nurse Manager | Hospital | Upstate New York

Competitive Compensation | Superb Benefits Program | Relocation Assistance | Sign-on Bonus

Are you a decisive, relationship-driven perioperative leader ready to elevate a high-performing surgical services program? A respected hospital is seeking its next Operating Room Nurse Manager; a strategic, hands-on clinical leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-centered environment and is passionate about surgical excellence.

This confidential opportunity places you at the heart of a robust surgical enterprise performing ambulatory, minimally invasive, and general-surgery procedures, supported by a strong multidisciplinary surgical team.

Imagine living in a place where mountain views, pristine lakes, and four beautiful seasons create the backdrop for everyday life. A community with the perfect blend of small town charm and vibrant local culture, where award-winning restaurants, boutique shops, craft breweries, and year-round festivals keep things lively, yet everything still feels relaxed and welcoming. With easy access to larger metropolitan hubs but far enough away to enjoy peace, space, and a true sense of community, this is a place where you can build a fulfilling career and an exceptional quality of life.

Upstate New York

• Lead a dynamic perioperative nursing team while partnering closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and interdisciplinary colleagues
• Champion day-to-day clinical and operational functions of the Operating Room, ensuring safe, high-quality, patient-centered care and efficient workflows and adherence to evidence-based practice
• Direct staffing, scheduling, resource planning, and census management
• Empower and mentor staff through coaching, performance development, and shared governance participation
• Advance quality and patient experience metrics through data-driven initiatives and action plans
• Oversee budget planning, payroll practices, and operational performance
• Drive continuous improvement, oversee policy development, and lead clinical excellence across the perioperative service line
• This is an ideal environment for an OR leader who thrives collaborating with a diverse, highly skilled surgical team and who values a culture of innovation, safety, and continuous improvement

• Current RN license
• Bachelor’s in nursing required; Master’s preferred
• 3–5+ years of OR nursing experience; leadership experience preferred
• Strong emotional intelligence, communication skills, and the ability to lead through influence
• Experience with performance improvement, regulatory readiness, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Commitment to professional growth and maintaining clinical expertise

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