Surgical Services Nurse Manager

About North Country Healthcare (NCH): 

North Country Healthcare is a non-profit affiliation of four medical facilities, Androscoggin Valley Hospital, North Country Home Health & Hospice Agency, Upper Connecticut Valley Hospital, and Weeks Medical Center, located in the White Mountains Region of New Hampshire. NCH includes numerous physicians and medical providers at multiple locations. This leading comprehensive healthcare network which employs hundreds of highly-trained individuals delivers integrated patient care through three community hospitals, specialty clinics, and home health and hospice services. NCH remains committed to the health and well-being of the communities we serve. As a leader in a management position this role emphasizes advancing High-Reliability Organization (HRO) principles, embedding a culture of safety, accountability, and consistent high performance. 

 

POSITION SUMMARY:  

The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Surgical Services Department, as well as working clinical shifts.  This role ensures compliance with quality and regulatory standards, maintains a safe patient care environment, and optimizes departmental workflow. The OR Manager fosters effective collaboration with nursing, surgical, and anesthesia staff while providing leadership and support in the absence of the Director of Surgical Services. 

 

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Education: 

• Associates of Science in Nursing (ASN) required. 

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred but not required. 

​​Licensure:​ 

• Active Registered Nurse license in the State of New Hampshire. 

• Association* accredited course in Basic Life Support (BLS) (for clinical staff), or Heartsaver CPR AED (for nonclinical staff), and renewal on a regular basis, with up to a three-month grace period after the expiration date. 

Skills: 

• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities. 

• Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. 

• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and motivate staff in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. 

 

​​Work Experience:​ 

• Demonstrated expertise in Operating Room nursing, with advanced knowledge of surgical procedures, equipment, and protocols. 

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in perioperative services strongly preferred. 

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  

•  Oversee the daily workflow and operations of the OR department, including housekeeping and sterile processing. 

• Direct and coordinate the day-to-day activities of the surgical team, including surgical case scheduling, resource allocation, and staff assignments. 

• Manage departmental budget in collaboration with the Director of Surgical Services, including payroll, expenses, and resource distribution. 

• Assist with capital equipment planning, purchasing, and long-term budget forecasting.<