Nurse Manager, Main Operating Room — Trauma Center Ops

Mercy; Kirkwood (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition support

Paid time off

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Main Operating Room in a Level I Trauma Center with 27 operating rooms and pediatric coverage. You will oversee 24-hour leadership for safe, high-quality patient care, driving operational excellence and staff engagement.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and CNOR certification. The role emphasizes safety, outcomes, and alignment with Mercy’s mission and strategic plans. Benefits are provided as part of Mercy’s team environment.

Qualifications

• Progressive perioperative leadership experience.
• Current RN license required.
• BSN required.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of a high-volume surgical services department.
• Develop staffing plans, schedules, and resource allocation.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve workflow and care delivery.
• Monitor quality metrics and implement evidence-based practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a perioperative team.
• Support professional development and performance excellence.
• Align goals with Nursing Strategic Plans.

Skills

Progressive perioperative leadership

Education

BSN

Master's degree

CNOR certification

Job description

Mercy is seeking a Nurse Manager for the Main Operating Room in a Level I Trauma Center with 27 operating rooms and pediatric coverage. You will oversee 24-hour leadership for safe, high-quality patient care, driving operational excellence and staff engagement.

Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree and CNOR certification. The role emphasizes safety, outcomes, and alignment with Mercy’s mission and strategic plans. Benefits are provided as part of Mercy’s team environment.