Location US-IL-Urbana

ID 2026-18435

Position Type

Full-Time

Remote

No

Shift

Day

Schedule

M-F

Weekend Requirements

As Needed

Holiday Requirements

As Needed

On-Call Requirements

As Needed

The Nurse Manager Perioperative Services, SPD and Quality with a concentration in Sterile Processing and Supply Chain and coverage of the Operating Room is responsible for the effective management, direction, and supervision of the Perioperative Sterile Processing department including the furnishing of sterile and non sterile supplies, instrument/equipment and services throughout Carle's main campus and the Ambulatory Surgery Centers. Scope of services include the preprocessing/distribution, decontamination process and sterile processing to be in compliance with DNV, DHS, OSHA, AAMI and AORN standards. Manages the loaner equipment processes to ensure compliance with organizational policies. Provides support to clinical departments for equipment and instrumentation to support patient safety, infection prevention policies and department operations in alignment with the organization priorities. As a key position in the organization, this position will plan, direct and coordinate activities involved in the acquisition, decontamination, storage, assembly, cleaning and sterilization of medical, surgical and related supplies, materials and equipment utilized in the care and treatment of patients. Responsible for planning, organizing, delegating, coordinating staff utilization, budgeting, and staffing resource management. Continually develops process improvement plans to ensure efficient patient throughput and staff work flows. Is responsible for leading staff to ensure organizational goals and objectives are met through comprehensive support provided in the operating room and sterile processing. Manages and supervises functions of assigned to the department on a 24 hour basis; ensures effective delivery of clinical patient care and compliance with administrative, quality and clinical policies and procedures.

• Develops an ongoing Employee Engagement Program, action plans
• Improve Engagement Scores, patient & provider satisfaction scores, and Culture of Safety Survey scores
• Recommends or initiates personnel actions for hires, promotions, transfers, discharges, and disciplinary measures.
• Initiates and completes staff performance evaluations.
• Participates in budgetary planning and execution for areas of responsibility.
• Evaluates staffing needs and appropriate patient care assignment.
• Participates in recruitment, selection, and retention of personnel, staff representation of the population diversity.
• Directs and manages personnel in assigned area.
• Performs introductory, annual and on-going performance appraisals for unit employees based on job description and performance standards.

• Ensures appropriate orientation, education, credentialing, and continuing professional development of personnel.
• Ensures smooth operation of all departmental functions according to approved policies
• Operates in accordance with all state and federal law, standards of professional practice, and applicable accreditation standards.
• Completes routine staff rounding for all shifts and provides access and visibility to staff within the department Ensures SPD and Operating Room services are prepared for CMS, IDPH, and DNV Surveys.
• Assess survey readiness.
• Creates and implements Corrective Action Plans as needed
• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of a 24 hour 7 days per week department Completes annual budget.

• Monitors and documents budget and staffing variances
• Provides input, submits and presents capital equipment needs.
• Presents to the Capital Committee as needed
• Accountable for ensuring departmental policies are clearly documented and followed
• Ensure a safe working environment for patients, staff, and providers Holds monthly staff meetings.
• Attends and represents the department at the Perioperative Executive Committee (PEC), Robotics Executive Committee (REC) and OR Value Analysis Committee (ORVAT).
• Ensure staff are appropriately training and following national guidelines for sterilization.
• Holds supervisors, leads, and staff accountable for completing assigned tasks and projects
• Stays abreast of current trends, workflows, processes, and equipment
• Works as an SPD tech as needed and/or directly patient care in the OR Performs the duties of the OR Perioperative Manager, SPD supervisor, or SPD lead in their absence
• Has direct supervision and leadership over the department staff and services including any contracted or temporary employees or services

Certifications:

National Nursing Certification within 3 years

Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN)

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days

Education:

Bachelor's Degree: Nursing

Work Experience:

Operating room

Nursing Leadership

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Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. At Carle Health, we're committed to fostering a workplace where every team member feels valued, respected and empowered, where passion and purpose come together to positively impact the lives of our patients and our communities. Find it all at Carle Health.

Our nearly 17,000 team members and providers work together to support patient care across central and southeastern Illinois. We’ve grown to include eight, award-winning hospitals and a multispecialty provider group with more than 1,500 doctors and advanced practice providers. We’re developing the next generation of providers and healthcare professionals through Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Methodist College. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.

The compensation range for this position is $53.28per hour - $91.64per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model.



Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.

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