Day Shift Perioperative Nurse Leader

HOUSTON METHODIST WILLOWBROOK HOSPITAL; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a Perioperative Nurse Coordinator. This full-time day-shift role supports operating room leadership, serves as a clinical resource, and coordinates care across departments to improve perioperative efficiency and patient outcomes.

The position requires RN licensure in Texas, CNOR, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and five years of OR experience with at least six months in a leadership capacity; ACLS/BLS as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing; Texas RN licensure required.
• Five years RN experience in an operating room setting; leadership experience preferred.
• CNOR and BLS required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and lead perioperative workflow to ensure quality and patient outcomes.
• Serve as primary liaison between departments, vendors, surgeons, anesthesia, and OR staff.
• Act as charge nurse or unit lead and participate in governance, education, and quality initiatives.
• Assist with cost evaluation, staffing, and resource allocation for scheduled surgeries.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical skills

Nurse coordination

Time management

Critical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital in Houston, TX is seeking a Perioperative Nurse Coordinator. This full-time day-shift role supports operating room leadership, serves as a clinical resource, and coordinates care across departments to improve perioperative efficiency and patient outcomes.

The position requires RN licensure in Texas, CNOR, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and five years of OR experience with at least six months in a leadership capacity; ACLS/BLS as appropriate.