Assistant Nurse Manager Operating Room

UT Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPO medical plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse to supervise patient care and manage nursing staff. The role requires oversight of nursing activities, mentoring personnel, and ensuring compliance with care standards.

Ideal candidates will have a BSN and experience in the Operating Room. Strong leadership skills and a commitment to quality patient care are essential.

Join a team that values innovation and compassion while enjoying excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Licensure as a registered nurse in Texas.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate patient care by staff.
• Manage staff assignments for productivity.
• Participate in patient care conferences.

Skills

Leadership

Patient Care

Team Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree, BSN

Tools

Kronos

Job description

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN

With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas‑Fort Worth, TX, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. 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 and a comprehensive benefits package that includes healthcare, PTO, paid holidays, on‑site childcare, competitive wage, merit increases, and more.

Benefits

• 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

Required – Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s Degree, Graduate of an accredited Nursing program; BSN required.
• 3 years experience as an RN (specialty areas may have increased requirements depending on unit or standard of care).
• Licenses and Certifications: Nursing Licensure Compact – BNE or current Texas license; BLS (Basic Life Support) course accredited by AHA or ARC.

Preferred

• Minimum 2 years Operating Room RN experience.
• Progressive RN leadership experience (lead, charge, supervisor).
• Operating Room experience in Orthopedics, Spine, or Urology.
• CNOR certification.

Job Duties

• Directly supervise and evaluate patient care by staff on a 24‑hour basis, make daily patient rounds, conduct random chart audits, and mentor personnel.
• Manage staff and staffing assignments to meet productivity targets and patient needs, coordinating with Central Staffing Office and House Supervisor.
• Model pro‑active problem solving and collaborate with staff to resolve identified issues.
• Use chain of command for escalating issues, advocate for patients and staff, and support safe care delivery.
• Provide coverage during shifts, serve as role model when providing direct patient care.
• Coach and counsel nursing personnel, promote professional growth, and support participation in unit activities, committees, and continuing education.
• Ensure accurate event reporting through RL Solutions, investigate event facts, and facilitate timely follow‑up by management.
• Participate in patient care conferences, maintain/implement plans for patient satisfaction, and streamline OR efficiency and flow.
• Collect and maintain performance records, comply with policies and procedures, provide input for annual performance reviews, and ensure competency assessment.
• Maintain Kronos records, monitor scheduling trends, and address attendance issues.
• Control inventory of equipment and supplies, ensuring safe and effective patient care.
• Lead staff meetings, special projects, and performance‑improvement initiatives, communicate data, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate improvement projects with physicians and other disciplines, and demonstrate continuous performance improvement.
• Meet or exceed financial goals and departmental objectives, performing core functions related to patient care, research participants, and record maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Security and EEO Statement

Security

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

EEO

UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful 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

Texas‑Dallas – 5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Work Locations

5323 Harry Hines Blvd

Organization

846600 – Surgery – ZLP

Schedule

Full‑time

Shift

Day Job

Job Type

Standard