OR Manager - RN Surgical Services

Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking an Operating Room Nurse Manager (RN – Surgical Services) for a top healthcare client in Overland Park, KS.

This leadership role oversees daily operations within an 11-room Level II Trauma OR, managing approximately 40 FTEs and 550 surgical cases per month. The OR Manager is responsible for maintaining high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, optimal resource utilization, and team development across all perioperative areas.

Job Responsibilities

• Lead, organize, and manage all clinical and operational aspects of the Operating Room department.
• Oversee perioperative services including pre-op, operative, and post-op care to ensure quality outcomes and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and hospital leadership to improve departmental efficiency and throughput.
• Manage staff scheduling, recruitment, orientation, and performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, accreditation requirements, and best practices for surgical care.
• Oversee departmental budgets and resource allocation in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Maintain accountability for staff development, engagement, and retention.
• Support and uphold hospital mission and service excellence goals.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of recent acute care OR management experience required
• Experience in a multi-room OR and trauma setting strongly preferred

Certifications/Licenses

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact State license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required or obtainable
• Specialty certification (e.g., CPAN, CNOR) preferred

Skills or Competencies

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage surgical teams in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proficiency in budgeting, scheduling, and operational planning
• Commitment to safety, quality, and service excellence

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.