Location: California
Contract Type: Travel / Interim Leadership
Department: Perioperative Services

Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Perioperative RN Leader to step into a Manager of Surgical Services role on a travel contract. This position oversees clinical operations, staff leadership, regulatory compliance, and patient safety within the OR and perioperative departments. Ideal for a confident leader who can quickly assess operations, support teams, and maintain high standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Operations

• Provide oversight of perioperative services, including OR and related departments
• Lead, organize, and manage daily department operations, staffing, and workflows
• Supervise staff orientation, ongoing training, competency validation, and performance evaluations
• Provide coaching, feedback, and corrective action in accordance with hospital policy
• Promote a positive, professional, and accountable work environment

Clinical & Patient Care Oversight

• Ensure safe, high-quality perioperative nursing care across all patient populations
• Coordinate nursing care throughout the perioperative continuum
• Maintain responsibility for patient safety in the operating room
• Ensure proper care, sterilization, and storage of surgical instruments
• Step in clinically when required and support staff during high-acuity situations

Regulatory & Compliance

• Maintain compliance with Title 22, OSHA, Life Safety Code, and Joint Commission standards
• Ensure department alignment with AORN, ASPAN, and other perioperative regulatory requirements
• Keep department policies and procedures current and ensure staff adherence

Fiscal & Resource Management

• Assist with development and monitoring of department budgets
• Promote cost-conscious supply and equipment utilization
• Maintain equipment inventory and support capital planning and replacement

Performance Improvement & Communication

• Lead process improvement initiatives and evaluate outcomes
• Communicate department performance, trends, and needs to senior leadership
• Participate in management meetings, planning, and hospital initiatives

Required Qualifications

• Active California RN license
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS (AHA required)
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years RN experience, including:
  At least 2 years as a circulating RN in Surgery
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience (strongly preferred)
• CNOR certification (preferred)

Physical & Work Requirements

• Ability to stand/walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift/carry up to 35 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Ability to supervise, delegate, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams