Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse opportunity available with a highly respected Southern California community hospital just southeast of downtown Los Angeles. This is an exciting chance for an experienced perioperative nurse leader to step into a hands-on leadership role, support a talented surgical team, and make an immediate impact across multiple procedural services.

The Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse will join a Joint Commission-accredited, 200+ bed community medical center that has been serving the region for decades. This nonprofit healthcare organization is recognized for its commitment to patient safety, has earned an "A" Hospital Safety Grade, and provides comprehensive specialty care through a collaborative medical staff representing more than 40 clinical specialties. With more than 1,200 healthcare professionals dedicated to exceptional care, this hospital continues to be a trusted resource for its growing community.

The Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse reports to senior nursing leadership and provides direct oversight for Pre-Admission Testing, Pre-Op, the Operating Room, PACU, Endoscopy, Sterile Processing, and Anesthesia services. This leader partners closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, department directors, and clinical educators while mentoring charge nurses and frontline staff to ensure smooth daily operations and outstanding patient outcomes.

The Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse oversees a fast-paced perioperative department supporting a diverse mix of surgical specialties across multiple procedural areas. This role works alongside experienced surgeons, highly skilled perioperative nurses, anesthesia professionals, and dedicated surgical technologists to maintain efficient patient flow, deliver exceptional care, and promote a collaborative team culture where everyone is focused on quality.

The Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse will lead staff development, coaching, competency validation, and clinical quality initiatives while fostering an environment centered on patient safety and evidence-based practice. Administrative responsibilities include staffing and scheduling, operational oversight, physician collaboration, regulatory readiness, and partnering with support departments to maintain efficient surgical services. Previous acute care perioperative leadership experience, along with a California Registered Nurse license and strong knowledge of surgical services operations, will position candidates for success in this interim assignment.

Southern California offers an outstanding lifestyle for the Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse, with easy access to the excitement of Los Angeles while enjoying a welcoming community atmosphere. The area features beautiful parks, scenic walking trails, nearby lakes for fishing and outdoor recreation, excellent dining, and convenient access to beaches, mountains, and major entertainment destinations. It's an ideal place to enjoy year-round sunshine while advancing a nursing leadership career.

The Interim Manager Operating Room Registered Nurse will be offered Competitive Compensation and Generous Benefits while having the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for patients, surgical teams, and the surrounding community. This interim leadership assignment is an excellent opportunity to leave a lasting impact in a respected perioperative program while working alongside an experienced and supportive clinical leadership team.