Nurse Manager, Same Day Surgery

What We Offer :

Nurse Manager - Same Day Surgery

We’re looking for an experienced Nurse Manager to oversee the Same Day Surgery unit consisting of 37 Pre Op / Post Op patient rooms. Lead our dynamic team, ensuring exceptional patient care and operational excellence.

Location : New Hanover Regional Medical Center - Wilmington, NC (Level 2 Trauma Center)

Work Schedule :    Varies based on unit needs, Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm

On call support required rotating every 7 - 8 weeks

Department : Surgical Services, 60 Full Time Team Members

What We're Looking For :

A transformational leader with a proven track record of inspiring and engaging team members across the surgical services spectrum.

The ideal candidate excels at interpreting patient experience data to identify root causes and develop innovative, impactful programs that enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. You are a partner-driven collaborator , skilled at building and nurturing synergistic relationships with providers and multidisciplinary teams. Your leadership fosters a culture of excellence, driving exceptional quality care and continuous improvement in patient services.

• Education : 4 Year bachelor's degree in nursing.
• Experience : Two years clinical RN experience in an acute care setting.
• Licensure / certification / registration : Current RN licensure in appropriate state, required. NC state approved curricula for restrictive interventions (facility specific) within 3 months of hire for Emergency Departments and Behavioral Health units, required. Board certification in area of practice, preferred.
• Preferred requirements : Master's degree in nursing. Two years demonstrated leadership. Three years clinical RN experience in an acute care setting.
• Additional skills required : Understands and applies : current and future trends / practice in area of responsibility; regulatory and governing standards, policies and procedures; information systems and software used in area of responsibility; equipment used in performing assigned duties; application of safety and infection control policies and procedures; skills in interviewing and selection process; understanding of budgeting, staffing, payroll and purchasing processes; implementation of competency, feedback, development and progressive discipline processes; teambuilding, conflict management, and interpersonal relationship skills; principles of adult learning and teaching methods / models; decision making, project leadership and consultation, delegation and communication skills; customer needs and expectations and knowledge for improvement to exceed customer expectations; principles of change management.

What You'll Do :

Analyzes OAS and patient experience scores to identify trends.

Translate data into actionable plans targeting patient experience and surgical site infections.

Leads committees and reporting efforts with clear, audience-appropriate communication.

Key Skillsets :

Oversee daily operations of the Same Day Surgery department to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality care delivery

Supervise, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff; manage hiring, training, and scheduling

Develop, update, and enforce policies, procedures, and protocols for endoscopy services

Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, infection control standards, and safety guidelines

Coordinate multidisciplinary care involving physicians, technicians, and other healthcare professionals

Manage budgeting, resource allocation, and inventory of medical supplies and endoscopy equipment

Monitor patient outcomes and quality indicators; lead quality improvement and safety initiatives

Facilitate ongoing staff education, training, and professional development specific to endoscopy nursing