Nurse Manager - Central New york ASC : Job Details

Location: Utica, NY

Job Type: Full-Time

Omni Surgery Center is a state-of-the-art AAAHC-accredited Ambulatory Surgery Center specializing in orthopedic surgery, neurosurgery, and interventional pain management. Our mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-centered surgical care in a safe, efficient, and compassionate environment.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Nurse Manager to lead our clinical team. The Nurse Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day nursing operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining high-quality patient care, and fostering a positive, collaborative work environment. This role requires strong leadership, clinical expertise, and the ability to manage a multidisciplinary surgical team.

Leadership & Operations

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate perioperative nursing staff, including pre-op, PACU, and intraoperative teams.
• Oversee daily clinical operations to ensure efficient surgical schedules and smooth patient flow.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and administrative leadership to optimize care delivery.
• Manage staffing schedules, assignments, and coverage for all nursing areas.

Clinical & Quality Oversight

• Ensure all patient care adheres to evidence-based standards, AAAHC requirements, CMS guidelines, and NYS Department of Health regulations.
• Monitor and maintain infection control, safety, and quality improvement programs.
• Oversee compliance with medication management, sterilization protocols, and surgical safety checklists.
• Lead peer reviews, chart audits, and quality reporting initiatives.

Regulatory & Administrative

• Prepare for and participate in regulatory and accreditation surveys.
• Maintain staff competency documentation, annual skills assessments, and continuing education compliance.
• Assist in developing and updating policies, procedures, and clinical protocols.
• Manage supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and vendor relationships.

Required:

• Current RN license in the State of New York.
• Minimum 3–5 years of perioperative nursing experience in an ASC or hospital surgical setting.
• At least 2 years of nursing leadership or charge nurse experience.
• BLS and ACLS certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire).

Preferred:

• CNOR or CAPA certification.
• Experience in orthopedic, neurosurgical, and pain management procedures.
• Knowledge of AAAHC, CMS, and NYS DOH regulatory requirements.

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-paced clinical environments.

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Continuing education support.

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