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RN Nurse Manager SCC
Job Location:
Job Location:
Chesapeake, VA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
18 October 2026 (8 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
15 January 2027
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Summary
The Perioperative Nurse is responsible and accountable for providing and directing individualized care for patients ranging from infant to geriatric populations in accordance with established standards of nursing practice. This role requires the assessment planning implementation and evaluation of patient care through the application of clinical knowledge and nursing skills.
The Registered Nurse is responsible for managing assigned personnel supplies and equipment within the perioperative setting while promoting collaboration and teamwork with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
Reporting Structure
Reports To: Administrator Surgery Center of Chesapeake
May Receive Direction From:
- Clinical Manager
- Perioperative Manager
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Pre-Operative Nursing Care
- Conduct comprehensive pre-operative patient assessments.
- Review patient records for completeness including:
- Vital signs
- Medications
- History and Physical (H&P)
- Allergies
- Intake documentation
- Assistive devices (dentures glasses etc.)
- Verify and review informed consent forms.
- Assess patient comfort and pain management needs.
- Identify and respond appropriately to ethical issues while respecting patient diversity and patient rights.
- Provide pre-operative patient education and verify patient understanding.
- Maintain therapeutic relationships with patients and their support systems.
Intraoperative Nursing Care
- Continuously monitor patients throughout surgical procedures.
- Assist physicians during procedures in the circulator and/or scrub role.
- Monitor and document breaks in aseptic technique.
- Evaluate and document patient skin condition perioperatively.
- Maintain accurate intraoperative documentation.
- Demonstrate competency in:
- Infection control
- Intake and output monitoring
- Blood pressure heart rate temperature and respiratory rate assessment
- Pulse oximetry
- EKG monitoring
- Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Postoperative Nursing Care
- Complete post-operative assessments and evaluations.
- Assess skin condition and surgical dressings.
- Monitor drains and dressing status.
- Provide patient hand-off reports to appropriate personnel.
- Deliver discharge education and evaluate patient understanding.
- Assess patient comfort and pain management needs.
Surgical Case Management Responsibilities
- Assume responsibility for patient care assigned within the operating room.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
- Demonstrate clinical knowledge in all aspects of surgical patient care.
- Assist anesthesia personnel during induction and emergency situations.
- Position patients appropriately for surgical procedures.
- Prepare operative sites according to established protocols.
- Monitor and evaluate patient condition before during and after procedures.
- Adhere to all surgical count policies and procedures.
- Handle specimen preparation labeling and transport accurately.
- Prepare and administer medications in accordance with established policies.
- Maintain compliance with infection control standards and cross-contamination prevention measures.
- Demonstrate competency in:
- Electrosurgery safety
- Laser safety
- Pneumatic tourniquet safety
- Flash sterilization during emergency situations
- Chemical disinfection procedures
Backup Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities
- Assist with management and review of the daily surgery schedule.
- Coordinate operating room staffing assignments.
- Support inventory management and narcotic control processes.
- Assist with ordering medications for the Surgery Center.
- Facilitate communication among physicians anesthesia providers nursing staff and support personnel.
Surgical Scrub/Assist Responsibilities
- Procure instruments and supplies required for surgical procedures.
- Practice strict sterile and aseptic technique.
- Adhere to all surgical count policies.
- Function as a surgical assistant when needed including:
- Retracting
- Sponging
- Suctioning
- Removing clamps
- Cutting sutures
Customer Service Expectations
The successful candidate will:
- Demonstrate excellent verbal written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Treat patients physicians visitors and co-workers with professionalism courtesy and respect.
- Actively listen to and address customer concerns.
- Promote teamwork within the department and across the organization.
- Provide and receive feedback professionally.
- Contribute positively to team morale and organizational success.
- Maintain a patient-centered approach to care delivery.
Professional Development
- Participate in continuing education and professional growth opportunities.
- Attend required in-service education programs.
- Present educational programs and training sessions when appropriate.
- Network with professional organizations.
- Promote positive physician and patient relationships.
- Maintain required certifications and competencies.
Required Qualifications
Education
- Nursing Diploma or Nursing Degree required.
Licensure and Certifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS/BCLS) certification required.
- ACLS certification preferred.
- AORN certification preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a perioperative nurse.
- Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations.
- Knowledge of infection prevention and infection control practices.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
Chesapeake Regional Healthcare is a health system laser-focused on innovation, known for making medical history in the region and providing patients with truly personal care. Its hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, is the only independent, community-based acute care hospital ... View more
