RN Manager Perioperative Logistics

PeaceHealth • Vancouver, WA, USA • 1d ago

Description

Lead the Heart of Surgical Excellence

RN Manager - Perioperative Logistics | PeaceHealth | Vancouver, Washington

Are you a driven perioperative leader with a passion for operational excellence, patient safety, and team development? PeaceHealth is seeking an RN Manager of Perioperative Logistics to lead critical functions that keep surgical services running safely, efficiently, and seamlessly. This is a unique opportunity to influence outcomes behind the scenes while supporting high-quality care at the point of service.

Why This Role Matters

In this role, you will provide strategic and operational leadership over sterile processing and perioperative supply logistics -two essential pillars of safe surgical care. You will ensure that surgical teams have the right instruments, equipment, and supplies at the right time, all while maintaining rigorous regulatory compliance and advancing infection prevention practices.

As part of the perioperative RN leadership team, you will also contribute to broader departmental success and step in to support leadership coverage when needed.

Compensation & Benefits

Annual Pay Range: $140,899-$211,328
Comprehensive benefits package including:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
Generous paid time off
Employer-paid life and disability insurance (with optional upgrades)
Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
Wellness programs and expanded mental health and EAP services

PeaceHealth is committed to supporting your overall wellbeing-physically, emotionally, financially, socially, and spiritually.

What You'll Do

Lead operations for Sterile Processing and perioperative logistics , ensuring safe and efficient surgical support
Ensure compliance with regulatory and professional standards (AAMI, AORN, CDC, DNV)
Oversee instrument reprocessing, sterilization, case cart systems, and inventory management
Partner with perioperative leadership, Infection Prevention, and supply chain to optimize workflow and procedural readiness
Monitor and improve performance metrics such as turnaround times, case delays, and tray accuracy
Drive continuous process improvement using root cause analysis and corrective action plans
Recruit, develop, and lead staff while fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration
Manage departmental budgets and identify opportunities for cost efficiency and standardization
Support strategic initiatives including value analysis and implementation of supply chain technologies

What You Bring

Required:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in Washington/MSL
Minimum:
5 years of perioperative or surgical services experience
3 years of leadership or management experience in healthcare operations
Knowledge of sterile processing standards, infection prevention, and perioperative workflows
Experience with budgeting and financial management
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Preferred:

Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)
CNOR (Certified Perioperative Nurse)
Experience in sterile processing operations within hospital surgical services
Familiarity with instrument tracking systems and perioperative supply chain technologies

Skills:

Strong leadership and team management capabilities
Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and time management skills
Effective communication and collaboration across interdisciplinary teams
Ability to manage complex operations and diverse personnel
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Life in Vancouver, Washington

Vancouver offers a vibrant and balanced Pacific Northwest lifestyle:

Located along the Columbia River, just minutes from Portland, Oregon
Easy access to world-class outdoor recreation-hiking, skiing, biking, and water sports
Family-friendly neighborhoods and strong community feel
No state income tax in Washington
A more affordable alternative to larger West Coast cities

This is an ideal place to grow your career while enjoying the natural beauty and lifestyle the region is known for.

About PeaceHealth

PeaceHealth is a not-for-profit, mission-driven healthcare system serving communities across Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. Our work is guided by compassion, respect, and a commitment to improving the health of the communities we serve.

We are dedicated to: