Nurse Manager | Operating Room

Nursing Department Manager

University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center is seeking an experienced Nursing Department Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for nursing services. This highly visible role oversees clinical quality, staffing, team development, fiscal performance, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care.

We are seeking a proven Operating Room leader who can lead from the front while remaining connected to clinical practice. The ideal candidate brings strong perioperative leadership experience and is comfortable scrubbing and circulating as needed. This is an opportunity to lead a high-performing surgical team, strengthen Operating Room operations, develop clinical talent, and make a meaningful impact on surgical care at University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center.

Primary Responsibilities

Provides departmental leadership for the operation of selected patient care departments within the Division to ensure the delivery of quality patient care.

Supports and interprets the mission, vision, values, philosophy, objectives, and standards of the hospital and nursing department. Directs and coordinates implementation of patient care activities and nursing programs that promote attainment of the same.

In collaboration with nursing leadership, designs appropriate models of care and practice for assigned administrative units. Assures the assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of patient care to achieve cost-effective outcomes.

Forecasts trends, functions as a change agent, analyzes current status, and improves existing systems.

Coordinates with other departments to prepare and maintain a safe and therapeutic environment in patient care areas. Monitors safety practices, ensuring environmental and equipment safety and adherence to infection control standards.

Incorporates and assists staff in incorporating current research findings into clinical practice, care delivery, and management systems.

Participates in the overall planning process for nursing services. Operationalizes and implements strategic initiatives.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience, and Licensure:

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Maryland or Compact eligibility in accordance with MBON, required.

Valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications, required.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive nursing leadership and management experience required.

Demonstrated knowledge of regulatory standards, healthcare operations, leadership principles, budgeting, fiscal management, clinical operations, staffing, quality outcomes, regulatory compliance, and employee performance management required.

Prior perioperative, surgical services, or Operating Room leadership experience required.

Specialty certification (CNOR or related perioperative certification) preferred.

Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $54.42 - $81.64 per hour.
• Relocation Assistance Available.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package for Full-Time, Part-Time, and PRN team members.
• High-Impact Leadership Opportunity with the ability to shape clinical operations, develop high-performing teams, and elevate patient care.

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