Position Overview:
The Clinical Nurse Manager - Operating Room is responsible for leading the daily operations of Henry Ford Jackson Hospital's Main OR and CVOR, ensuring the delivery of safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. In this role, you'll oversee the day-to-day clinical and operational functions of a busy surgical department that performs more than 11,500 procedures each year and supports a Level II Trauma Center. You'll work closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and nursing leaders to ensure safe, efficient, high-quality care while supporting the growth and development of a team of more than 75 perioperative professionals, including Registered Nurses, Surgical Technologists, First Assists, Equipment Technicians, and Nursing Assistants. The department includes 11 operating rooms, a hybrid OR, cystoscopy and GI procedure areas, and provides care across a wide range of surgical specialties, including trauma and cardiovascular services.
Why Join Us?
Join a collaborative surgical services team committed to excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care. This role offers the opportunity to lead a highly skilled perioperative team, influence strategic and operational initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on the future of surgical services at Henry Ford Jackson Hospital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily clinical operations of the Main OR and CVOR, ensuring compliance with safety protocols, regulatory standards, and quality metrics
- Supervise, evaluate, and develop a team of 75+ perioperative professionals, including RNs, Surgical Technologists, First Assists, Equipment Technicians, and Nursing Assistants
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical scheduling, resource allocation, and patient outcomes
- Implement and monitor quality improvement initiatives, patient safety standards, and evidence-based perioperative practices
- Manage fiscal responsibilities including budget planning, staffing allocation, supply chain management, and cost containment
- Foster a culture of professional excellence, innovation, and continuous learning through staff mentoring, coaching, and educational programming
- Facilitate shared governance and interdisciplinary collaboration to drive operational efficiency and service excellence
- Ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies specific to surgical services
- Address performance issues, conduct staff evaluations, and support career development and advancement opportunities
- Communicate effectively with hospital leadership, physicians, and staff to align surgical services with organizational strategic initiatives
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing required
- Current, active license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Michigan
- Minimum 2 years of clinical experience in an acute care surgical setting, with preference for Operating Room circulating experience
- Demonstrated progressive nursing leadership experience in roles such as Charge Nurse, Assistant Clinical Manager, Clinical Coordinator, or Clinical Unit Leader
- Proven ability to lead, develop, and evaluate clinical nursing staff
- Knowledge of quality management principles and service excellence standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent interpersonal and coaching skills with demonstrated ability to facilitate team collaboration
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Demonstrated innovative and collaborative leadership approach
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Current BCLS/ACLS certification as required per unit standards
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE PREFERRED:
- Master's Degree in Nursing, Business Administration, Health Management, or related field
- 2-5 years of Operating Room leadership or management experience
- CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) certification or other ANCC-recognized nursing specialty certification
- Experience managing perioperative teams in high-volume surgical environments
- Leadership experience in trauma or cardiovascular surgical services
- Active participation in Shared Governance Councils or interdisciplinary committees
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to work variable hours, including Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm schedule
- Exposure to communicable diseases and occupational hazards inherent to surgical environments
- Frequent walking, bending, and lifting to perform clinical and operational duties
- Driving may be required dependent on role responsibilities