RN Manager Surgical Services

Job Description

Job Description

A 130+ bed community hospital in Fredericksburg is seeking a full-time RN Manager of Surgical Services to lead its perioperative department. This facility provides a wide range of care including advanced operating room services, emergency care, oncology, cardiovascular services, obstetrics, intensive care, and behavioral health support.

This is a leadership role focused on maintaining efficient surgical operations, supporting staff development, and ensuring high-quality patient care across a multi-OR environment.

Position Overview

The RN Manager of Surgical Services oversees daily operations for a surgical team supporting four operating rooms and approximately 15 staff members. This role is responsible for coordinating staffing, managing schedules, monitoring productivity, and ensuring efficient use of resources to support a smooth and safe surgical workflow.

A key focus is maintaining operational consistency, improving processes, and supporting high-quality perioperative care while ensuring compliance with regulatory and hospital standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the surgical services department
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and workload distribution across operating rooms
• Support efficient surgical case flow through effective coordination of staff, equipment, and supplies
• Monitor productivity and support appropriate use of staffing resources, including premium labor management
• Develop and maintain monthly staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage
• Analyze departmental data and support reporting for perioperative performance metrics
• Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and patient care outcomes
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, safety protocols, and organizational policies
• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia providers, and hospital leadership to support surgical services operations
• Participate in performance improvement and risk management activities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent Operating Room or Surgical Services experience in an acute care setting required
• Experience as a charge nurse or in a supervisory role preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Master’s degree preferred
• Current Virginia Registered Nurse (RN) license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and holiday benefits
• Retirement savings program
• Continuing education and professional development support
• Leadership development and career advancement opportunities
• Collaborative hospital environment with strong perioperative team support
• Opportunity to lead a growing surgical services department in a community hospital setting

This role is well suited for a surgical services nurse leader who enjoys balancing operational management, team leadership, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced perioperative environment.