Nurse Manager — Main Operating Room

Job overview

The Nurse Manager — Main Operating Room role is an onsite, full-time position in St. Louis, MO. Compensation is not specified. The manager leads a high-performing surgical services team at a Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center with 27 operating rooms and care for patients of all ages, including pediatrics. The role provides 24-hour leadership and accountability for nursing care in the Main Operating Room, supporting safe, high-quality outcomes and effective operations. It develops the perioperative team and aligns unit goals with the medical center and clinical service line.

What you'll do

• Lead daily operations of a complex, high-volume surgical services department
• develop staffing plans, schedules, and resource allocation
• promote safety, quality, patient satisfaction, and continuous improvement
• partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve workflow
• monitor quality metrics and implement evidence-based practices
• ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance
• recruit, develop, coach, and retain staff
• support professional development and competency management
• align departmental goals with organizational and nursing strategic plans.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

nurse manager

main operating room

full-time

st. louis mo

mercy

perioperative leadership

surgical services

level i trauma center

burn center

27 operating rooms

staff development

quality outcomes

bsn

cnor preferred

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.

Why this role

24-hour leadership accountability; Main Operating Room at a Level I Trauma Center and Burn Center with 27 operating rooms; current RN license, BSN, and progressive perioperative leadership experience required; master’s degree and CNOR preferred.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.