RN Clinical Manager - Operating Room
- Company: Tenet Healthcare
- Location: Palm Springs, CA, United States
- Work mode: On-site
- Job type: Full-Time
- Posted: 2026-08-07
JOB DESCRIPTION
Manager of Procedural and Surgical Services (RN)
Welcome to Desert Regional Medical Center
At Desert Regional Medical Center, we’re committed to delivering exceptional cardiovascular and surgical care through clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate service. As the Manager of Procedural and Surgical Services (RN), you’ll play a key leadership role in shaping the future of Surgical Services while developing high-performing teams, partnering with physicians, and driving outstanding patient outcomes.
This is an opportunity for an experienced perioperative leader to make a meaningful impact on patients, caregivers, and the organization by leading one of the hospital’s most critical service lines.
Why Join Desert Regional Medical Center?
When you join our team, you’ll have the opportunity to:
* Lead an experienced team dedicated to delivering exceptional surgical care.
* Partner with engaged physicians and executive leaders to shape the future of Surgical Services.
* Drive meaningful improvements in quality, patient experience, and operational performance.
* Grow your career within a nationally recognized healthcare organization.
* Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for continued professional development.
If you’re passionate about building high-performing teams, advancing perioperative excellence, and making a lasting impact on patient care, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Desert Regional Medical Center leadership team
The OR Clinical Manger is responsible for expediting the surgery schedule utilizing staff appropriately, for a specific shift, facilitating the day-to-day shift operations in the Surgery Department. He/she manages human resources at the unit level in a cost-effective manner. The OR Clinical Manager promptly and fully investigates and resolves complaints of patients, visitors, staff, and physicians, advising management / administration appropriately. The OR Clinical Manager collaborates and works with facilities and Biomed to resolve issues related to the physical environment and equipment that may present a patient safety issue or a regulatory deficiency by entering appropriate work orders and communicating with facilities and Biomed staff in a timely manner. The OR Clinical Manager demonstrates the ability to respond and provide direction in changing workload during crisis and emergencies in a calm manner. The OR Clinical Manager communicates effectively with staff assisting with understanding of difficult administrative decisions. Access to all Patient Health Information for treatment purposes only
Job type: Full Time
Shift: Days
Hours:
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Clinical Manager RN experience required. Current OR experience required
Current California RN License
Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (maintain current at all times)
Minimum of 3 years’ clinical experience
Demonstrated clinical competence and leadership skills
Demonstrated ability to present self in positive and professional manner
Preferred:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
ACLS
CNOR
Previous management experience
TNCC or TCAR
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ORGANIZATION
Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!
COMPANY
Are you a results-driven leader ready to make a meaningful impact to patients, caregivers, and your community? At Desert Regional Medical Center hospital, were seeking an innovative and experienced healthcare leader to drive excellence and inspire our team towards exceptional patient outcomes and operational success.
At Desert Regional Medical Center, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
* Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
* 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
* Generous paid time off
* Career development and continuing education opportunities
* Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
* Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
* Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status