Manager Registered Nurse (RN) - OR - Operating Room
Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Evergreen Park, IL
5x8 hrs, Days

Job Description

Operating Room Manager (RN) Opportunity – Evergreen Park, IL

Direct Hire | Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Leadership Role

A leading healthcare organization in Evergreen Park, IL is seeking an experienced Operating Room Manager (RN) to lead a highly engaged perioperative team. This full-time leadership opportunity offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a $20,000 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment.

This role is ideal for a seasoned OR nurse leader with strong circulating experience, a passion for building culture, and the ability to lead operational excellence in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Position Overview

• Permanent, full-time leadership position
• Monday–Friday schedule
• 24/7 accountability and ownership of OR operations
• Oversight of staffing, safety, quality, and operational performance
• Collaborative partnership with surgeons, anesthesia, SPD, and hospital leadership
• Opportunity for future advancement into a Director-level role

Compensation & Incentives

• Pay range: $58.61 – $68.95 per hour (based on experience)
• $20,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Tuition assistance and advanced degree support through Guild (MSN/DNP)
• Professional development opportunities as the organization pursues Magnet designation

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and operational oversight for the Operating Room department
• Ensure adequate staffing and resource allocation for daily surgical operations
• Attend daily OR safety huddles and hospital safety meetings
• Partner with supply chain to review products and support cost-effective care
• Investigate safety concerns and lead process improvement initiatives
• Build and maintain a strong culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork
• Mentor and develop charge nurses, team leads, and frontline staff
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Support departmental growth, including the upcoming hybrid OR expansion
• Serve as a clinical resource during emergent situations when additional leadership support is needed

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required

Experience & Skills

• Current OR RN experience required
• Experience as a circulator in an operating room required
• Minimum 2 years of leadership experience (manager, supervisor, team lead, or Charge RN)
• Hospital or ambulatory surgery center OR experience accepted
• Experience with Gynecology, General Surgery, Urology, Orthopaedics, Spine, Eye, and Vascular cases preferred
• Strong operational, communication, and team-building skills
• Ability to function effectively in a high-accountability environment

Licensure & Certifications

• Active RN license in any U.S. state required
• Illinois RN license may be in process at time of submission
• BLS Certification required
• CNOR preferred

Unit & Facility Details

• 6 Main OR suites
• 1 Cysto suite
• 1 Minor Procedure Room
• Hybrid OR opening soon
• Xi robotic system and SP robotic system available
• Approximately 7–25 cases per day depending on service mix
• Highly engaged Unit-Based Council and service line coordinators
• Strong anesthesia group and engaged surgeon partners
• Experienced perioperative educator providing bi-monthly evidence-based practice in-services

Patient Population

Patients undergoing:

• Gynecology procedures
• General Surgery
• Urology
• Orthopaedic surgery
• Spine surgery
• Ophthalmology procedures
• Vascular surgery

Schedule

• Full-time, Monday–Friday
• Hours may begin as early as 6:30 AM and extend as needed to support the team
• No assigned on-call schedule, but the role carries 24/7 leadership accountability through established escalation pathways
• Managers are not expected to routinely take floor assignments; clinical support is provided only during exceptional staffing or emergency situations

Why This Opportunity

This is an exceptional opportunity for an OR leader who wants to make a visible impact on culture, safety, and operational excellence. The department is highly engaged, technologically advanced, and positioned for continued growth with the addition of a hybrid OR and expanding robotic surgery program.

Why Evergreen Park, IL

• Located just outside Chicago with easy access to the city
• Strong healthcare network with opportunities for long-term leadership growth
• Diverse community with excellent dining, entertainment, and cultural amenities
• Ideal for candidates seeking both career advancement and metropolitan accessibility

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• $20,000 sign-on bonus
• Tuition assistance and advanced degree support
• Leadership development opportunities
• Magnet journey participation and professional growth programs