Operating Room Charge Nurse - Lead OR Operations

Orthotoc; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking an experienced Operating Room Charge Nurse to lead the OR, coordinate daily schedules, and ensure safe, efficient surgical services.

This role will supervise OR staff, collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, Pre-Op, PACU, and Sterile Processing, and may circulate as an RN when needed. Florida RN licensure and ACLS/PALS are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active Registered Nurse license in the State of Florida.
• Minimum of three years of perioperative nursing experience.
• ACLS and PALS certification as required for assigned perioperative area.
• Strong knowledge of AORN standards, AAAHC standards, and infection control principles.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the Operating Room to ensure safe, efficient surgical services.
• Coordinate daily surgical schedules, staffing assignments, and OR readiness.
• Supervise and support OR staff, providing leadership, coaching, and performance accountability.
• Monitor patient flow and room turnover to maximize efficiency and minimize delays.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, Pre-Op, PACU, Sterile Processing, and other departments to ensure seamless patient care.
• Serve as a circulating Registered Nurse as needed while providing hands-on clinical leadership.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention practices, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, policy development, and patient safety efforts.
• Manage supplies, equipment, and staffing resources to support efficient surgical operations.
• Serve as the primary communication liaison for the Operating Room, proactively addressing operational issues and schedule changes.
• Respond to urgent situations, including add-on cases, cancellations, and clinical emergencies, while maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Skills

Leadership

Perioperative nursing

Infection control

ACLS/PALS

Communication

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Education

RN license (FL)

BSN preferred

Tools

EMR system

ASC IT systems

Job description

The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center in Daytona Beach, FL is seeking an experienced Operating Room Charge Nurse to lead the OR, coordinate daily schedules, and ensure safe, efficient surgical services.

This role will supervise OR staff, collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, Pre-Op, PACU, and Sterile Processing, and may circulate as an RN when needed. Florida RN licensure and ACLS/PALS are required.