Nurse Manager of Surgery

An exceptional leadership opportunity is now available for an experienced Nurse Manager OR/PACU ready to step into a visible, high-impact role within a high volume surgical program supported by an integrated healthcare system . This is your chance to lead within advanced perioperative services , work alongside collaborative multidisciplinary teams , and shape care delivery using state-of-the-art surgical technology —all while benefiting from meaningful leadership development opportunities .

The healthcare organization offers the stability and resources of a large, integrated system while maintaining the agility and collegiality of a close-knit leadership team. Nursing leadership is well-supported, financially sound, and strategically aligned with executive vision. Decision-making is data-informed yet clinician-driven, and experienced leaders are trusted to operate with autonomy. The culture prioritizes accountability, transparency, and professional growth, creating long-term career pathways for ambitious perioperative leaders.

The Nurse Manager OR/PACU will oversee daily operations across the Operating Room and Post Anesthesia Care Unit, partnering closely with Pre-Op and Same Day Surgery leaders to ensure seamless perioperative throughput. This Perioperative Nurse Manager will guide clinical practice, staffing strategy, physician collaboration, and workflow optimization across a busy Surgical Services platform. With a high case volume and diverse surgical specialties, the environment demands operational precision and strong clinical credibility. You will influence staffing models, quality metrics, patient flow, and patient experience while maintaining visibility on the floor. Collaboration with anesthesiology, surgeons, and procedural leaders is constant and strategic, positioning this leader as a central voice in operational planning and performance improvement initiatives. This is an ideal role for an Operating Room Nurse Manager or PACU Nurse Manager seeking broader perioperative oversight and executive exposure.

Reporting to senior nursing and surgical services leadership, the Nurse Manager OR/PACU will lead experienced charge nurses and frontline teams while partnering with physician leaders and ancillary departments including sterile processing, anesthesia services, and perioperative support teams. Responsibilities include budget oversight, quality and regulatory compliance, staff engagement, recruitment, and professional development. The hospital values leaders who can balance clinical excellence with fiscal stewardship and who are comfortable influencing change at both the bedside and boardroom level.

Located in the CA Bay Area , this opportunity offers access to coastal beauty, year-round outdoor recreation, vibrant culinary and arts scenes, and diverse, family-friendly communities. Whether you prefer urban energy or quieter residential neighborhoods, the region provides exceptional lifestyle flexibility along with strong professional networking opportunities.

Up to $270,000 and includes comprehensive executive-level benefits, retirement programs, generous paid time off, and continuing education support. Robust leadership development resources are available for those interested in long-term advancement within perioperative services or broader hospital operations. If you are a strategic, relationship-driven perioperative leader ready to elevate your impact, confidentially connect with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter to explore whether this Nurse Manager OR/PACU opportunity aligns with your next career move.