Nurse Manager of Surgical Services

Compensation: USD 85,000 – 128,000 yearly; Sign-On Bonus: $15,000; Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case)

A large acute care hospital in Arlington, Texas is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager of Surgical Services to provide operational and clinical leadership within a high-volume operating room environment.

This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality perioperative nursing care while supporting staff development, fiscal accountability, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

• Lead and oversee professional nursing practice within the Operating Room
• Plan, organize, direct, and evaluate perioperative nursing care for surgical patients
• Collaborate with surgical education leadership to support onboarding, training, and ongoing staff development
• Conduct department-specific needs assessments and implement education and competency programs
• Develop and maintain departmental goals, performance metrics, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, clinical policies, and professional practice guidelines
• Maintain fiscal responsibility, including labor management and participation in operating and capital budget planning
• Serve as liaison between surgical services, administration, medical staff, and ancillary departments
• Complete performance evaluations and provide coaching and corrective action as needed
• Participate in hospital leadership and management team meetings

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of acute care Operating Room leadership experience
• Minimum 5 years of RN staff-level Operating Room experience
• Active Texas RN license or compact RN license
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field
• Current BLS certification (AHA or American Red Cross)

Preferred:

• CNOR certification
• Strong clinical background in perioperative nursing and surgical services

• Scope of Responsibility:
  Oversight of a 14-bed Operating Room
• Leadership of approximately 60 FTEs
• Reports directly to the Director of Surgical Services
• Competitive annual salary with experience-based progression
• $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Relocation assistance (as applicable)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off and paid family leave
• Tuition assistance, certification support, and professional development programs
• Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources
• Benefit eligibility may vary by employment status and location.