Nurse Manager Same Day Surgery

Clinical Management Consultants; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Management Consultants is seeking a Nurse Manager Surgical Services for a Southern California ambulatory surgery center. Lead perioperative teams across preoperative and PACU to ensure safe, efficient patient care and optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities include overseeing daily Pre-Op and PACU operations, staffing, staff development, monitoring quality indicators, and advancing infection prevention and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Pre-Op and PACU activities and patient flow.
• Manage staffing and support employee development.
• Monitor quality indicators and advance patient safety initiatives.
• Ensure infection prevention and regulatory compliance across perioperative services.
• Mentor a multidisciplinary nursing team and foster communication and accountability.

Job description

Are you ready to elevate your ASC leadership career? The Nurse Manager Surgical Services will lead dedicated perioperative teams at an innovative Southern California outpatient ASC, advancing high-quality care and exceptional patient outcomes throughout the preoperative and post-anesthesia phases.

The ASC Nurse Manager will become part of a highly regarded healthcare organization committed to compassionate service, patient safety, clinical excellence, and ongoing performance improvement. Evidence-based protocols, advanced medical technology, and a history of positive surgical outcomes help create a safe and efficient care environment. The organization supports professional growth, values employee input, and encourages new approaches that enhance specialty services and the overall patient experience. Collaborative physician relationships and strong community involvement allow nursing leaders to make a meaningful difference.

The OR RN Manager will oversee patient care within a contemporary ambulatory surgery center equipped with 5 operating rooms and 1 gastrointestinal procedure suite. The center delivers convenient, efficient, and personalized outpatient surgical services across multiple specialties. Working closely with the operating room and GI teams, the Nurse Manager will coordinate pre-surgical preparation, post-anesthesia recovery, patient flow, discharge readiness, and continuity of care. Modern clinical resources and a strong culture of safety provide an excellent setting for an accomplished perioperative nursing professional.

The Perianesthesia Nurse Manager will report to the Administrator and collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing leaders, and operational partners. Key responsibilities will include managing daily Pre-Op and PACU activities, maintaining appropriate staffing, supporting employee development, monitoring quality indicators, advancing patient safety initiatives, and ensuring compliance with infection prevention and regulatory standards. The RN Manager will mentor a welcoming team of nurses and multidisciplinary professionals while fostering communication, accountability, inclusion, and service excellence.

The PACU and Preoperative Services Manager will enjoy living in a dynamic Southern California community known for its sunny climate, cultural diversity, and relaxed coastal lifestyle. Beaches, hiking destinations, mountain getaways, golf courses, and beautiful regional parks offer endless opportunities for outdoor recreation. Residents can also experience live music, theater, professional sporting events, premier shopping, and internationally recognized attractions. Farmers markets, waterfront dining, global cuisine, and celebrated local restaurants contribute to the area’s exceptional quality of life.

The Nurse Manager PACU Pre-Op will be offered competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.