Assistant Nurse Manager of Surgery

Step into a high-impact leadership role as the Assistant Nurse Manager Surgery within a progressive perioperative environment known for advanced surgical services , state-of-the-art operating rooms , and a collaborative perioperative team . This is a rare opportunity to influence daily operations while earning a competitive salary  inside a leading integrated healthcare system . If you are an experienced OR leader ready to expand your operational footprint without stepping away from clinical excellence, this role delivers both visibility and momentum.

The healthcare organization offers the stability and infrastructure of a large, integrated system while maintaining the agility of a close-knit surgical leadership team. Nurse leaders here are supported by engaged executive partners, seasoned perioperative colleagues, and consistent staffing models that prioritize safety and throughput. Onboarding is structured yet personalized, allowing experienced leaders to contribute quickly while building long-term career pathways within a system designed for growth and internal mobility.

The Assistant Nurse Manager Surgery will support daily operations across a high-functioning Operating Room within Perioperative Services, partnering closely with surgeons, anesthesia, sterile processing, and intraoperative teams. This Assistant OR Nurse Manager role blends real-time operational oversight with strategic influence—managing staffing assignments, ensuring regulatory compliance, advancing quality initiatives, and optimizing patient flow across Surgical Services. The environment demands decisive leadership, clinical credibility, and the ability to balance productivity with patient-centered care. With modern OR suites and broad surgical specialties, this Perioperative Assistant Manager will have meaningful autonomy to address workflow challenges, mentor charge nurses, and elevate performance metrics in collaboration with physician leaders.

Reporting directly to senior perioperative leadership, this role serves as a visible resource for frontline teams and an operational partner to medical staff. The Assistant Perioperative Nurse Manager participates in budget oversight, staff development planning, performance management, and interdisciplinary process improvement. Success requires strong relationship-building skills, comfort navigating complex surgical schedules, and the ability to translate organizational goals into measurable unit-level outcomes. Leaders who thrive here are hands-on, data-informed, and respected by both nursing and surgical colleagues.

Located in California’s sought-after North Bay region , this opportunity offers proximity to coastal escapes, renowned dining, and year-round outdoor recreation. The area blends scenic beauty with a relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere, strong schools, and manageable commutes—an ideal setting for professionals seeking balance without sacrificing career advancement.

Compensation is highly competitive at $180,000–$220,000 annually, complemented by comprehensive executive-level benefits, retirement plans, generous paid time off, and continuing education support. Leadership development resources are embedded within the broader system, positioning the Assistant Nurse Manager Surgery for future advancement. If you are ready to explore this confidential opportunity, connect discreetly with a Clinical Management Consultants recruiter to learn how this role could elevate your perioperative leadership career.