Clinical Manager

RN Clinical Manager – Operating Room (Days) – Cypress, TX

RN Clinical Manager – Operating Room (Days)

📍 Location: Cypress, Texas
🏥 Acute Care Hospital | Magnet-Recognized Facility
💼 Full-Time | Onsite
🕒 Shift: Days (Hours Vary)
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Partial
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not Available

Overview

An award-winning acute care hospital in the Cypress/Houston area is seeking an experienced RN Clinical Manager to lead its Operating Room team. This leadership position is responsible for overseeing daily OR operations, staffing, quality outcomes, and team development while partnering with physicians and interdisciplinary leaders to ensure exceptional patient care.

The department features 8 Operating Rooms with a diverse surgical case mix, including a strong emphasis on Robotics and a growing Neurosurgery Program.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

  • Manage daily operations of the Operating Room department.

  • Ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery.

  • Oversee staffing, scheduling, productivity, and resource utilization.

  • Serve as a clinical resource and provide direct patient care when needed.

  • Monitor departmental performance and implement quality improvement initiatives.

Team Management

  • Recruit, retain, mentor, and develop nursing staff.

  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide coaching and feedback.

  • Foster employee engagement and professional development.

  • Support ongoing education, competency validation, and succession planning.

Quality & Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and Texas Board of Nursing standards.

  • Lead patient safety and quality improvement initiatives.

  • Collaborate with physicians and hospital leadership on strategic goals and operational improvements.

  • Promote exceptional patient experience and service excellence.

Required Qualifications

Education

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.

Licensure & Certifications

  • Active Texas RN License or Compact RN License in good standing.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.

Experience

  • Minimum 2 years of Operating Room experience in an acute care hospital.

  • Minimum 3 years of current OR leadership experience in one of the following:

    • Supervisor

    • Assistant Clinical Manager

    • Clinical Manager

    • Director

Preferred Qualifications

  • Robotics surgery experience.

  • Neuro/Neurosurgery Operating Room experience.

  • Professional nursing or leadership certification.

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Must-Have Requirements

✔ Active Texas RN License (or Compact License) with no restrictions
✔ BSN Degree
✔ BLS Certification
✔ Minimum 2 years acute care OR experience
✔ Minimum 3 years current OR management experience
✔ Accurate and up-to-date resume with detailed employment history

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a proven Operating Room leader with experience managing teams in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Successful candidates will possess:

  • Strong OR clinical expertise.

  • Demonstrated leadership and staff development experience.

  • Experience managing surgical services operations.

  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

  • Ability to drive patient outcomes, quality initiatives, and operational excellence.

  • Robotics and/or Neuro OR experience preferred.

Candidate Snapshot

Requirement

Details

Education

BSN Required

License

Active Texas RN or Compact RN

OR Experience

2+ Years Acute Care

Leadership Experience

3+ Years OR Management

Setting

Acute Care Hospital

Seniority

Mid-Level Leadership

Relocation

Partial Assistance Available

Visa Sponsorship

Not Available

Screening Questions

  1. Do you use any tobacco or nicotine products?

  2. Are you willing to comply with COVID-19 and Flu vaccination requirements (unless exempt)?

  3. Please provide a brief overview of your OR experience, including Robotics and Neuro experience if applicable.

  4. Do you meet all required qualifications for this position?

  5. Please describe your OR leadership experience (Supervisor, Assistant Manager, Clinical Manager, Director, etc.).

Interview Process

  1. Recruiter Phone Screening

  2. Virtual or In-Person Interviews with Leadership Team

  3. Operating Room Job Shadow

Target Candidate Sources

  • Level I & Level II Trauma Centers

  • Large Acute Care Health Systems

  • Surgical Services Leaders from:

    • Houston-area hospitals

    • Dallas/Fort Worth health systems

    • San Antonio health systems

Candidates to Avoid

  • Skilled nursing or long-term care backgrounds without acute care OR experience.

  • New graduates or Assistant Directors of Nursing (ADONs) without OR leadership.

  • Candidates currently pursuing NP, PA, or MSN programs where tenure may be a concern.

  • Recent travel nurses (post-2021 travel assignments may raise retention concerns).

  • Candidates seeking compensation above the posted range.

Why Join?

  • Leadership opportunity within a Magnet-recognized hospital.

  • Advanced surgical environment with Robotics and Neurosurgery programs.

  • Strong organizational reputation and employee engagement.

  • Opportunity to lead, mentor, and develop high-performing perioperative teams.

  • Competitive compensation and relocation assistance available.

 

Clinical Manager ER | Emergency Services Administrator | Las Cruces, NM

Clinical Manager ER

Emergency Services Administrator
Location: Las Cruces, NM
Employment Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $101,000 - $135,000 per year

About the Company:
A reputable medical center with 199 beds located in Las Cruces, NM, passionate about providing exceptional patient-centered care and utilizing state-of-the-art medical technology. As part of a nationwide healthcare delivery network, the facility is committed to improving the well-being of communities through innovative care and outstanding service.

Responsibilities and Duties:

  • Oversee the Emergency Department: Coordinate and manage clinical activities to ensure the delivery of high-quality patient care, reporting directly to the Program Director.

  • Establish Goals and Priorities: Develop objectives aligned with patient requirements, staff needs, and organizational objectives.

  • Supervise a Diverse Patient Population: Provide care across all age groups, from infants to elderly patients.

  • Lead and Support Staff: Provide guidance and mentoring to nursing personnel, ensuring adherence to excellent patient care standards.

  • Maintain Compliance: Adhere to departmental policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Requirements:

  • Education: Graduate of a School of Nursing (BSN preferred)

  • Experience: Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience in an Emergency Department or management role

  • Supervisory Experience: 3–5 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory position

  • Licensure: Current RN License in New Mexico or Compact RN License

  • Certifications: CPR certification mandatory

Benefits and Perks:

  • $20,000 Signing Bonus: Offered based on qualifications

  • Shift Differentials: Eligible for qualifying shifts

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance: Includes FSA/HSA options

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB): Support for personal and extended sick leave

  • Income-Protection Programs: Life insurance, accident insurance, and critical injury insurance

  • 401(k) Matching: Employer matches contributions, and Tuition Reimbursement is available

  • Continuing Education Loan Assistance: Assists in paying for continuing education

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Provides support for mental, physical, and financial wellness

  • Opportunities for Professional Growth: Access to training and leadership programs

 

Clinical Manager - Pediatric ICU (FT/Nights) - Children's Hospital - USA, Houston TX - $85,000 - $128,000 

Clinical Manager - Pediatric ICU (FT/Nights) - Children's Hospital 

USA, Houston TX 

$85,000 - $128,000 

 

Job Description 

Position responsible for providing leadership to the department – overseeing the daily operations – managing and developing departmental staff, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team in the delivery of patient care, utilizing the nursing process, ensuring the delivery of quality care to patients. 

 

  • Pediatric, Critical Care, ICU experience required 

  • Charge RN experience 

  • Prior Manager/Supervisor experience 

  • Minimum 3-years of bedside experience required 

 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited school of professional nursing required.  For clinical manager positions in Magnet-designated hospitals or hospitals in pursuit of Magnet designation, a minimum of a BSN is required at the time of hire or promotion. 

 

Licenses/Certifications: 

  • Current State of Texas license or temporary/compact license to practice professional nursing 

  • Certified in Basic Life Support 

  • Professional certification in clinical area or management preferred 

  • Additional certifications may be required based on discipline and/or nursing unit requirements. 

 

Experience: 

  • Three (3) or more years experience in clinical area of practice; and 

  • Minimum one year experience in a supervisory or management role 

  • Clinical Manager II:  additional two years experience (3 years total) in supervisory or  

management job 

 

Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results while ensuring one our company. 

 

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

  • Manages the daily operations of a patient care department, including forecasting and ensuring adequate staffing, taking departmental call; planning for continuity of care, serving in charge nurse role and providing direct patient care as needed. 

  • Collaborates with physicians, management team members, business partners, and customers to address strategic initiatives and organizational goals. 

  • Participates in a systemic, interdisciplinary, and ongoing evaluation of programs, process improvement, desired client-centered outcomes, and organizational outcomes. 

  • Considers the diverse needs of each patient through the entire continuum of care, providing and ensuring the highest level of service according to established service standards, optimizing the patient experience. 

  • Ensures adequate scheduling and staffing; recruits, retains, and develops staff; provides performance feedback, addressing issues as necessary, and provides input into staff performance reviews in a timely effective manner. 

  • Promotes a safe and accountable environment; adheres to all policies, procedures, and standards, being a good steward of resources, including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. 

  • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; may serve as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. 

  • Adheres to all regulatory and Texas Board of Nursing standards. 

  • Performs other duties as assigned, within scope of practice and clinical competency.