Nurse Manager – Operating Room – Los Angeles, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 clinical and operational leadership of a 12-suite OR serving a variety of high-volume specialties
• Manage daily operations with oversight of ~60 direct reports, including OR RNs, surgical techs, and support staff
• Lead staffing, scheduling, education, compliance, and performance initiatives across perioperative services
• Ensure high standards of safety, efficiency, and clinical quality for ~50 daily OR cases
• Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, sterile processing, and other interdisciplinary leaders
• Drive continuous improvement in workflow, throughput, and employee engagement
• Maintain full survey readiness and regulatory compliance (TJC, CMS, CDPH, etc.)

Qualifications

• Current CA Registered Nurse (RN) license (required by start date)
• American Heart Association BLS certification (required)
• BSN or MSN (required)
• Minimum 5 years of OR RN experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Minimum 4 years of RN leadership experience, including at least 2–3 years in a Nurse Manager or Supervisor role
• Strong knowledge of perioperative nursing operations, staffing models, and regulatory standards
• Prior experience with unionized workforce preferred
• CNOR certification a plus

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $197,000 – $228,000/year
• Bonus: Eligible for up to 15% annual performance bonus
• Full comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Flexible Spending & HSA options
  • Paid time off (6–8 weeks vacation)
  • Professional liability insurance
  • CME and leadership development support

About the Location

Located in the Los Angeles metro, this role offers access to a vibrant, multicultural region with world-renowned healthcare systems, entertainment, cuisine, and coastal living. Whether you enjoy urban amenities or suburban comfort, you'll be minutes from it all including hiking trails, arts districts, and beaches.