Associate Nurse Manager - Outpatient Surgery

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Eye and Ear Institute at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an ANM to assist in planning, organizing, directing, and evaluating patient care operations in designated areas on a 24-hour basis.

Under the Nurse Manager, you will coach and evaluate staff, promote a patient-centered care model, and collaborate with related departments to enhance safety, efficiency and the patient experience in an outpatient setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required.
• Master's in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Current Ohio RN license required.
• Two years of clinical RN experience in a patient care setting required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, organization, direction and evaluation of patient care operations for designated areas on a 24-hour basis.
• Support the nursing professional practice model and create an environment that supports it.
• Assist Nurse Manager in guiding, coaching and evaluating staff performance.
• Collaborate with other patient care departments related to patient care operations and services.

Skills

RN License

Nursing Degree

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's in Nursing (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

The ANM assists with the planning, organization, direction and evaluation of patient care operations for a designated area(s) on a 24-hour basis. The ANM is key in operationalizing the Medical Centers' mission, vision, values and goals and assists in creating an environment that supports the nursing professional practice model. The ANM contributes to the ongoing operations of the Nursing Department. The ANM, under the guidance of the Nurse Manager, assists in managing, guiding, coaching, and evaluating the work performance of patient care staff in a designated area. Ongoing collaboration with other patient care departments/areas that relate directly or indirectly to patient care operations and services is essential.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree

Required Qualifications

Baccalaureate degree in nursing required, Masters in Nursing or related field is preferred. Current Ohio RN license. Two years of clinical experience as a registered nurse in patient care setting required.

The Eye and Ear Institute at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center provides specialized outpatient surgical care in ophthalmology, ENT, plastics, and other same‑day procedures. RNs in the OR and Pre‑Op/PACU support the full perioperative experience, including pre‑surgical assessments, intraoperative circulating/scrub roles, and post‑anesthesia recovery.

RNs in this unit work in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment focused on safety, efficiency, and exceptional patient experience. This outpatient setting offers predictable scheduling with no nights, weekends, or holidays, along with opportunities for professional growth within a leading academic medical center.

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.