Lead OR Charge Nurse - Perioperative Leader

UNC Health; Rocky Mount (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

UNC Nash Operating Room is seeking a dedicated OR Charge Nurse to lead daily perioperative operations, coordinate patient care, and support clinical staff in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a BSN preferred, RN licensure in North Carolina, and BLS/ACLS certification, with CNOR preferred. Excellent communication and collaboration with surgeons and teams are essential for delivering safe, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-4 years of clinical nursing experience in the Operating Room or perioperative services.
• Leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily OR operations to ensure efficient use of resources.
• Assign nursing staff to surgical cases based on patient needs and staff expertise.
• Ensure timely starts for procedures and address delays.
• Monitor staffing against case volume and budgeted targets.
• Provide real-time feedback and performance coaching to staff.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists and team to optimize workflow.
• Maintain high-quality, safe perioperative care and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Education

RN license

BSN preferred

BLS

ACLS

CNOR preferred

Job description

UNC Nash Operating Room is seeking a dedicated OR Charge Nurse to lead daily perioperative operations, coordinate patient care, and support clinical staff in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a BSN preferred, RN licensure in North Carolina, and BLS/ACLS certification, with CNOR preferred. Excellent communication and collaboration with surgeons and teams are essential for delivering safe, high-quality care.