Registered Nurse RN Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) Operating Room

Trinity Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, MA, is seeking an Assistant Nurse Manager to support the Nurse Manager in the Operating Room. You will lead daily clinical and operational activities, promote evidence-based practice, and ensure high-quality patient care in a perioperative setting.

The role acts as a clinical resource within the NL1 framework, guiding frontline staff and contributing to unit outcomes while upholding Mercy Medical Center and Trinity Health standards.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• Current RN licensure in Massachusetts.
• Operating Room (OR) experience as an RN.
• CPR certification required; ACLS/PALS/PEARS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supports the daily clinical and operational functions of the Operating Room.
• Assists with staff scheduling, assignments, and staffing adjustments to ensure safe patient care coverage.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical throughput.
• Provides direct oversight of patient care delivery, ensuring adherence to professional practice standards and sterile technique.
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff and participates in patient care as needed.
• Assists with staff supervision including orientation, coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the OR.
• Supports regulatory compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards.
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and process improvement initiatives.
• Assists in managing operational challenges, patient flow, and staffing needs in real time.
• Encourages staff development, engagement, and accountability.
• Supports service excellence and patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

Staff supervision

Leadership

Communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Position Purpose

The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the Nurse Manager in the operational, clinical, and financial oversight of the Operating Room. This role assists in coordinating daily unit activities, ensuring delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care in the perioperative setting.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Position Purpose

The Assistant Nurse Manager supports the Nurse Manager in the operational, clinical, and financial oversight of the Operating Room. This role assists in coordinating daily unit activities, ensuring delivery of high-quality, safe, and efficient patient care in the perioperative setting.

The Assistant Nurse Manager serves as a clinical resource and leader, promoting evidence-based practice, staff engagement, and adherence to Mercy Medical Center and Trinity Health standards. This position functions within the Nurse Leader Level 1 (NL1) framework, supporting frontline staff and contributing to unit-based outcomes.

What You Will Do

• Supports the daily clinical and operational functions of the Operating Room
• Assists with staff scheduling, assignments, and staffing adjustments to ensure safe patient care coverage
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize surgical throughput
• Provides direct oversight of patient care delivery, ensuring adherence to professional practice standards and sterile technique
• Serves as a clinical resource to staff and participates in patient care as needed
• Assists with staff supervision including orientation, coaching, mentoring, and performance management
• Promotes a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement within the OR
• Supports regulatory compliance with all federal, state, and accreditation standards
• Participates in quality improvement, patient safety, and process improvement initiatives
• Assists in managing operational challenges, patient flow, and staffing needs in real time
• Encourages staff development, engagement, and accountability
• Supports service excellence and patient satisfaction initiatives

Education

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Licensure

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Massachusetts required

Experience

• Operating Room experience required; must have experience as an OR Registered Nurse
• Prior supervisory, charge nurse, or lead experience strongly preferred

Certifications

• CPR certification required
• ACLS, PALS, and/or PEARS certifications preferred

Position Highlights

Salary

$48.45/hr - $77.50/hr

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Work Schedule

6:30 am – 3:00 pm Monday - Friday

Ministry/Facility Information

Mercy Medical Center has established itself as one of the leading providers of health care services in Western Massachusetts. Mercy Medical Center is a 182-bed acute care hospital in Springfield. Other facilities include Mercy's Rehabilitation Hospital, a comprehensive hospital-based rehabilitation center on the campus of Mercy Medical Center, and Brightside for Families and Children, an outpatient service offering counseling and family support programs.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.