Operating Room Charge Nurse

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Employer paid life insurance & long‑/‑

Job summary

Kansas City Orthopedic Alliance seeks an experienced OR Charge Nurse for our new Ambulatory Surgery Center in Lenexa. You will oversee daily OR scheduling across four orthopedic suites, coordinating with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and perioperative staff to ensure on-time starts and efficient turnover.

The role requires standing most of the shift (8–10+ hours) and lifting heavy equipment; RN licensure in Kansas is required with BLS and ACLS.

Qualifications

• ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Current, unrestricted RN licensure in Kansas.
• BLS – American Heart Association required.
• ACLS required (or obtain within 90 days of hire).
• CNOR certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the OR.
• Liaison between Pre-op and OR; between surgery and anesthesia.
• Mentor and support perioperative staff, especially new to ambulatory orthopedic surgery.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Join the KCOA Team at Our New Ambulatory Surgery Center in Lenexa!

Kanas City Orthopedic Alliance is excited to announce the opening of our new Ambulatory Surgery Center located in Lenexa. We are seeking talented, dedicated professionals to join us as we build a team committed to excellence.

This new facility represents an exciting opportunity to be part of something from the ground up. Team members will play a key role in shaping the culture, delivering exceptional service, and helping us provide outstanding care and support to our patients and community.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility
• Collaborate with an experienced and supportive team
• Help establish processes and best practices from day one
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
• Competitive compensation and benefits

We are seeking individuals who:

• Demonstrate professionalism and integrity
• Thrive in a collaborative environment
• Are committed to exceptional patient and customer experiences
• Bring enthusiasm, adaptability, and a positive attitude

We are seeking an experienced OR Charge Nurse to oversee the daily OR scheduling and room assignments to maximize efficiency across all four orthopedic suites. Including coordination with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and surgical technologists to ensure on-time case starts and efficient room turnover.

This position requires the ability to stand and remain on feet for the majority of a shift (8–10+ hours) in an OR environment, frequently required to reach, bend, stoop, and assist with patient positioning and surgical table adjustments and the ability to lift and maneuver surgical equipment, instrument trays, and implant systems; team lift required for bariatric or complex positioning.

Responsibilities

• Supervises day to day operations of the Operating Room
• Liaison between Pre-op and OR
• Liaison between surgery and anesthesia to facilitate patient care
• Mentor and support perioperative staff, particularly those new to ambulatory orthopedic surgery.
• Monitor and manage instrument, equipment, and implant availability for each scheduled orthopedic case; coordinate proactively with vendor representatives for orthopedic hardware (total joint, spine, sports medicine, trauma).
• Oversee proper medication management, including controlled substance handling and documentation per DEA requirements and facility policy.
• Uphold patient rights, confidentiality requirements (HIPAA), and privacy standards at all times.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, professionalism, and patient-centered care

Experience

• Minimum 5 years of perioperative RN experience required; orthopedic surgical experience required.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in an ambulatory surgery center (ASC) setting preferred.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of Kansas required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required (or must obtain within 90 days of hire).
• CNOR (Certified Nurse Operating Room) certification preferred.

We provide a robust benefits package, including:

• Full benefits package including medical, dental and vision
• 401(k) with a company match
• Employer paid life insurance and long-term disability