Nurse Manager Surgical Services| Operating Room M-F Days

Nurse Manager of Surgery (Operating Room)

Location: Houston, TX (Texas Medical Center Area)onday – Friday (Days)

Compensation: up to $130's (Based on Experience) + Comprehensive Benefits & Relocation Assistance (Case-by-Case)

Lead With Purpose. Elevate Surgical Excellence.

Are you an experienced Operating Room leader ready to step into a high-impact management role—or a current Nurse Manager looking to lead a specialized, tight-knit surgical team?

We are seeking a dynamic Nurse Manager of Surgery (Operating Room) for a premier, 420+ bed acute care hospital in Houston, TX.

Reporting directly to the OR Director, you will oversee daily operations, clinical quality, and a dedicated team of 45 FTEs across 6 specialized OR suites. With a unique case mix (85% pediatric and 15% general/women’s specialty surgery), this role offers the fast-paced rewards of high-acuity surgical leadership paired with the predictability of a Monday–Friday day schedule.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a consistent Monday–Friday daytime schedule with no routine weekend shifts.
• High-Impact Scope: Lead a cohesive 6-suite surgical department and mentor 45 clinical and support professionals in a Level IV trauma environment.
• Specialized Patient Population: Make a meaningful difference every day in a mission-driven facility specializing in pediatric, gynecological, and minimally invasive surgeries.
• Career Growth & Stability: Join a major, resource-rich healthcare network offering unmatched career mobility, leadership development, and executive support.

What You Will Do

• Champion Clinical Quality: Operationalize evidence-based surgical practices to elevate patient safety, reduce clinical variation, and exceed regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Inspire & Develop Talent: Lead, mentor, and empower a team of 45 FTEs—fostering a culture of accountability, interdisciplinary collaboration, and clinical excellence.
• Optimize OR Operations: Oversee daily surgical throughput, staffing, equipment readiness, and resource allocation across 6 Operating Room suites.
• Elevate the Patient & Family Experience: Partner with physicians, anesthesia, and perioperative teams to ensure seamless care coordination and compassionate service recovery.

What You Bring to the Table

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Licensure & Certifications: Active Texas RN license (or compact license eligibility) and Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/BLS) required.
• Experience: 3+ years of recent (within the last year) OR circulating experience in an acute care hospital or surgery center.
• Leadership: Current OR leadership experience (Manager/Supervisor) or strong Charge Nurse experience ready to step into a Nurse Manager role.

Total Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $42.04 – $63.05/hr (commensurate with years of experience) + Relocation Assistance available on a case-by-case basis.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost/no-cost medical options, dental, vision, free telemedicine, and AirMed medical transportation.
• Financial Security: 401(k) with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (10% discount), and tuition/certification assistance.
• Work-Life Support: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), paid family leave, free counseling services, and family-building/adoption benefits.

Ready to take the helm of a high-performing surgical team? Apply today to connect directly with our recruitment team and learn more about this confidential leadership opportunity!