Assistant Nurse Manager - Operating Room

Why UT Southwestern?

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world‑renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas‑Fort Worth by U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals.

Our competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on‑site childcare, wage, merit increases and more.

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full‑time employee‑only coverage
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer

• Bachelor’s Degree in an accredited Nursing program. BSN required.
• 3 years of RN experience; specialty areas may have increased requirements.
• Nursing Licensure Compact‑BNE or current Texas license.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from AHA or ARC.

• Minimum 2 years operating‑room RN experience.
• Progressive RN leadership experience (lead, charge, supervisor).
• CNOR certification.

• Supervise and evaluate patient care provided by unit personnel on a 24‑hour basis; conduct patient rounds and random chart audits.
• Manage staffing to meet productivity targets; coordinate with Central Staffing Office and adjust assignments per census changes.
• Model proactive problem‑solving; collaborate with staff to resolve identified issues.
• Use the chain of command for unresolved or escalating issues; advocate for patients and staff to ensure safe delivery of care.
• Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to cover shifts; serve as a role model when providing direct patient care.
• Provide confidential coaching and counseling to nursing personnel; promote professional growth and participation in unit activities, decisions, and continuing education.
• Ensure accurate event reporting through RL Solutions; investigate and facilitate follow‑up on high‑risk incidents.
• Participate in routine and special patient care conferences; work with the Manager and other disciplines to streamline OR efficiency and meet targets.
• Collect and maintain performance records; support annual performance reviews and orientation evaluations.
• Maintain Kronos records daily; monitor trends requiring intervention.
• Assume responsibility for inventory control of equipment and supplies; facilitate timely return of borrowed equipment.
• Lead or assist staff meetings and special projects; develop, implement, and evaluate performance improvement activities.
• Collaborate with physicians on new initiatives, staffing, equipment, and efficiency.
• Demonstrate continuous performance improvement aligned with annual hospital targets.
• Meet or exceed financial goals of the department; core functions include patient interaction, research participant care, and records maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Security:
This position is security‑sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, allowing UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.

EEO: UT Southwestern Medical Center is an equal‑opportunity employer, prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

Primary

Location:

5323 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, Texas.

Schedule:

Full‑time, Day shift.

Employee Status:
Regular.

Job Type: Standard.

Job Posting:
Nov 25, 2025.