Job Description

A large, integrated healthcare system is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager to oversee Operating Room nursing operations at an acute-care hospital. The ideal candidate is a decisive clinical leader with a strong OR background who can develop high-performing teams, maintain surgical excellence, and ensure a safe, efficient perioperative environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational and clinical leadership for the hospital Operating Room department
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and on-call coverage to support surgical service lines
• Lead and develop OR nursing staff through hiring, performance management, and professional growth programs
• Oversee perioperative quality metrics, patient safety initiatives, and regulatory compliance
• Partner with surgeons, anesthesia, and surgical services leadership to optimize OR throughput and outcomes
• Manage departmental budget including labor, supply chain, and capital equipment
• Champion a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and staff engagement

Requirements

• Active RN license in Oregon (or compact licensure eligible)
• BSN required; MSN preferred
• 3+ years of perioperative or OR nursing clinical experience
• 2+ years of nursing leadership or charge RN experience in an OR setting
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications

Preferred Qualifications

• CNOR certification
• MSN or graduate degree in nursing or healthcare administration
• Experience managing multi-specialty OR environments
• Familiarity with Epic perioperative documentation

Screening Questions

1. Do you hold an active RN license in Oregon, or are you eligible for licensure?
2. How many years of OR nursing experience and nursing leadership experience do you have?
3. Are you able to work onsite full-time in the Hillsboro, OR area?