RN Manager, Surgical Services, Full Time

Job Title: Surgical Services Manager (RN)
Department: Surgical Services
Location: Chipley, Florida
FLSA Status: Exempt

At NFCH, our strength lies in our promise of “Your Health…Our Mission”, where we get to know our patients and residence, care for them, and ease their way. Working at our organization means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

We are a community where all people, regardless of differences, are welcome, secure, and valued. We value respect, appreciation, collaboration, diversity, and a shared commitment to serving our communities. Join our team of passionate caregivers and make Northwest Florida Community Hospital your new home.

Position Summary

The Surgical Services Manager (RN) is responsible for the overall leadership, coordination, and management of the Surgical Services Department, including the Operating Room, Pre-Op, PACU, and Sterile Processing (if applicable). This role ensures high-quality, patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. The Manager provides clinical and operational leadership, supports staff development, and promotes a culture of safety, efficiency, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Current, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Florida (required)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Minimum of 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversees daily operations of Surgical Services, including OR, Pre-Op, PACU, and Central Sterile
• Ensures safe, efficient patient flow and high-quality clinical outcomes
• Develops and manages staff schedules, staffing plans, and productivity
• Provides leadership, coaching, and performance management to staff
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agencies (AHCA, CMS, Joint Commission, OSHA)
• Monitors and improves patient safety, infection control, and quality metrics
• Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and hospital leadership
• Manages department budget, supplies, and equipment
• Leads process improvement initiatives and implements best practices
• Participates in on-call rotation as needed

Leadership Responsibilities

• Fosters a positive work environment and strong team culture
• Conducts regular staff meetings, evaluations, and competency assessments
• Supports recruitment, onboarding, and retention of staff
• Serves as a liaison between staff and senior leadership
• Promotes accountability, professionalism, and excellent patient care

Work Environment

• Fast-paced hospital surgical setting
• Exposure to patient care environments, including operating rooms and sterile areas
• Requires adherence to infection control and safety protocols

Schedule Requirements

• Full-time position
• Primarily Monday–Friday, with flexibility based on department needs
• Required participation in call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, stooping, and reaching
• Must be able to respond quickly in emergency situations

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and boast an enjoyable, team oriented working environment that offers a number of benefits to full-time associates including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, paid time off, and a voluntary match 401(k) retirement savings plan.

*Perks for our team:

401K with employer match

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

FREE Services with NFCH Providers

A generous PTO plan

Competitive pay

Health and Wellness Discounts

*Details outlining program specifics are available upon request

Pay:

Based on years’ of experience

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

 

Northwest Florida Community Hospital is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Northwest Florida Community Hospital are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Northwest Florida Community Hospital will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. We encourage applicants of all ages.

In addition, as part of our commitment to quality and excellence, Northwest Florida Community Hospital will continue to maintain a safe, healthy environment for you by requiring all applicants, who are tentatively selected for a position, to submit to a criminal history check and screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment for a job.

Final confirmation of any job offer will be contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment requirements, to include undergoing a pre-employment drug screening, and that failure to submit to such screening, the falsification of a screen, or a positive finding on a test will remove the applicant from consideration for employment for one year.