Registered Nurse (RN) OR Charge Lead

Position Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Operating Room Lead
Location: West Allis,WI
Department: Surgical Services / Operating Room
Schedule: M-F 0830-1900 (4) 10-hour or 1030-1900 (5) 8-hour no call or weekends or holidays required

Where You Will Work:

13 OR beds.  Our specialties include, Breast, plastics, ENT, Urology, general, some vascular, gyn, robot, orthopedics and podiatry.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Surgical RN

Operating Room Lead to provide clinical leadership and operational oversight within our surgical services department. This role is responsible for coordinating daily operations, supporting staff, and ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced perioperative environment. The ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who can balance patient care responsibilities with team coordination and resource management.

Key Responsibilities

• Manages supplies & equipment

• Daily operations

• Staffing coordination

• Room assignments

• Provide daily work direction to clinical and support staff to ensure efficient workflow and optimal patient throughput.

• Coordinate staffing, assignments, and resources to support surgical procedures and departmental operations

• Deliver direct patient care utilizing the nursing process, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation.

• Promote a safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered environment through active rounding and quality oversight.

• Facilitate effective communication among interdisciplinary team members, patients, and families.

• Address service concerns and support resolution efforts to improve patient and staff experience.

• Serve as a clinical resource, providing guidance, training, and orientation to team members.

• Monitor staff performance, provide feedback, and collaborate with leadership on performance evaluations.

• Assist with hiring processes, employee engagement, and conflict resolution as needed.

• Evaluate staffing levels and productivity needs; adjust assignments to meet patient and departmental demands.

• Maintain staff schedules and ensure appropriate coverage.

• Monitor patient care quality and ensure adherence to organizational policies, nursing standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and peer review processes

• Support budget planning and ensure adequate supplies, equipment, and inventory.

• Collaborate with vendors, participate in product evaluations, and coordinate equipment training.

• Assist leadership in developing and enhancing programs and services.

• Provide age-appropriate care across the lifespan, demonstrating understanding of growth and development principles.

• Assess and interpret patient data to deliver individualized care aligned with departmental standards.

Licensure & Certifications:

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice

Education:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) – required

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of clinical nursing experience in an acute care setting

• Prior Operating Room or perioperative experience strongly preferred

• Leadership or charge nurse experience preferred

About This Location:

Count on Aurora West Allis Medical Center for care that’s both personal and exceptional. Located in the heart of West Allis, Wisconsin – just 15 minutes from anywhere in metro Milwaukee – we provide you and your loved ones with convenience, quality and comfort. 

Aurora West Allis is home to the Aurora Women’s Pavilion, where women of all ages and at all stages of health come for comprehensive, respectful care. 

We have also been recognized for a variety of services, including cancer care, gastroenterology, geriatrics, gynecology, neurology, pulmonology and urology. 

Besides our full-service health care offerings, you can also take advantage of a wealth of community programs and services to support you in living the healthiest lifestyle possible.

Apply today to take the next step in your nursing leadership career and make a meaningful impact in surgical patient care.