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Artius Solutions

Interim Director OR

Saint Paul, MN · On-site

$128K - $192K/mo

Interim Director of Operating Room (OR) Services Location: St. Paul, MN (Onsite) Duration: 9-12 Months Contract Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Interim Director of Operating Room (OR ...

Herrin Hospital

Operating Room

Herrin, IL · On-site

Operating Room Rn Job In Herrin, Illinois Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national health care ... Weekly Direct Deposit Qualifications * At least 2-years total experience in your specialty

Nebraska Medicine

RN - Operating Room

Omaha, NE · On-site

Preferred Qualifications: RN - Operating Room Direct patient care experience preferred. Based on position, prior experience in one or more of the following areas including cardiology, cardiac drip ...

Wayne HealthCare

Operating Room

Greenville, OH · On-site

RN - Operating Room Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national health care staffing company with over 20 ... Weekly Direct Deposit Qualifications * At least 2-years total experience in your specialty

ScionHealth

Director of Surgery

Lander, WY · On-site

Sagewest Health Care in Lander/Riverton, WY Director of Surgery/OR Director of Surgery Job Summary The Director-Surgery is responsible for the overall management and leadership of surgical services ...

Northwest Houghton - CHS

Operating Room

Tucson, AZ · On-site

RN - Operating Room Prime HealthCare Staffing, a national health care staffing company with over 20 ... Weekly Direct Deposit Qualifications * At least 2-years total experience in your specialty

TidalHealth Atlantic

RN - OR - Direct Hire

Berlin, MD · On-site

Details Client Name TidalHealth Atlantic Job Type Permanent Offering Nursing Profession RN Specialty OR Job ID 35470835 Job Title RN - OR - Direct Hire Shift Details Shift Day - 10x4 - 07AM Scheduled ...

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What does an operating room director do?

An Operating Room Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and management of the surgical services department in a hospital or healthcare facility. This role includes supervising staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing budgets, and coordinating surgical schedules to optimize patient care and safety. The Operating Room Director also implements policies and procedures, collaborates with surgeons and other healthcare professionals, and works to improve operational efficiency. Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills are essential for this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an operating room director, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Operating Room Director, you need expertise in surgical procedures, healthcare management, and a relevant clinical degree such as RN or surgical technologist certification, often accompanied by leadership experience. Familiarity with hospital information systems, surgical scheduling software, and regulatory compliance standards is critical. Exceptional leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills enable successful team management and efficient coordination of surgical services. These skills ensure patient safety, operational efficiency, and high-quality outcomes in a complex surgical environment.

What are some common challenges faced by an operating room director and how can they be addressed?

Operating Room Directors often face challenges such as managing staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage, coordinating between surgeons, nurses, and support staff, and maintaining high standards for patient safety and infection control. Balancing administrative duties with clinical oversight can be demanding, especially during periods of high surgical volume or unexpected emergencies. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and proactive problem-solving are essential for addressing these challenges and ensuring smooth, efficient OR operations.

What is the difference between Operating Room Director vs Surgical Services Manager?

AspectOperating Room DirectorSurgical Services Manager
CredentialsRN, BSN, or higher; management experienceRN, BSN, or related healthcare management background
Work EnvironmentHospital OR departments, overseeing surgical operationsHospital surgical units, managing staff and procedures
ResponsibilitiesStrategic planning, policy development, staff oversightScheduling, resource management, staff coordination

The Operating Room Director typically holds a higher-level leadership role with strategic responsibilities, while the Surgical Services Manager focuses more on daily operations and staff management within surgical units. Both roles require healthcare credentials and experience in surgical environments, but the Director often has broader administrative duties.

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Travel Registered Nurse RN Operating Room OR

OneStaffMedical

Bradenton, FL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

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Job description

Job Description
Job Description

We. Are. OneStaff. Medical. An independently-owned, nationally-recognized and amazingly awesome staffing firm ready to work for you! A work ethic forged in the Midwest, we are here to stand by your side and help you find your dream assignment anywhere in this great country. We want the same like-minded, awesome candidates to travel with us. Be bold. Enjoy work again. Let us help.


THE POSITION:
The Operating Room (OR) Nurse will provide care for patients before, during and after surgery. They will also, educate the patient, circulating nurse and/or scrub nurse, and potentially RN first assistant or operating room director.

*Weekly amount stated in the job postings is scaled based on estimated hourly wages and potential stipends available for the location of the assignment. Hourly wages are based on various factors including but not limited to: experience, demand, availability, location, etc. Please contact one of our amazing OneStaff Recruiting Specialists for more details.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**


Requirements:

Minimum of 1 year of current work experience providing in OR - OPERATING ROOM. Florida State Healthcare Provider license or willing to obtain one.


Certifications Needed:

This position may require one or more of these certifications: ACLS, BLS


BENEFITS:

Insurance

We provide group benefits for Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft Protection.

401K
You are eligible to enroll 1st of the month following hire date. We match 100% of your first 3% of deferrals and an additional 50% of the next 2% you contribute.

Employee Assistance Program
Free to all employees who’d like information on personal issues: Education, Dependent Care, Care Giving, Legal, Financial, Lifestyle & Fitness Management, Working Smarter.

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