Perioperative OR Nurse Manager - Lead OR Operations & Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 177,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nurse Manager (NM) position at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs oversees operation of assigned units and acts as a primary supervisory authority. It requires English proficiency, a nursing degree from an accredited program, and current licensure.

The role may involve coverage for other Nurse Managers as needed and leadership across multiple nursing levels. Grade determinations describe progression from Nurse I to Nurse III with increasing scope, education, and experience, including

Qualifications

• Proficiency in English for direct patient care per VA requirements.
• Nursing degree from an approved program and state licensure.
• Education options include ADN/ Diploma, BSN, MSN pathways or bridge programs as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated first-line supervisor for assigned units.
• Provide coverage for other Nurse Managers as needed to ensure unit operations.
• Oversee patient care delivery, leadership, and compliance with VA policies.

Skills

English Language Proficiency

Leadership

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Master’s degree in Nursing or related field with BSN

Job description

The Nurse Manager (NM) position at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs oversees operation of assigned units and acts as a primary supervisory authority. It requires English proficiency, a nursing degree from an accredited program, and current licensure.

The role may involve coverage for other Nurse Managers as needed and leadership across multiple nursing levels. Grade determinations describe progression from Nurse I to Nurse III with increasing scope, education, and experience, including