Assistant Nurse Manager (RN) - Surgery Center Riverside

Step into a pivotal leadership role where clinical expertise meets operational excellence in a high-performing ambulatory surgery environment. This position offers the opportunity to directly influence patient outcomes, team engagement, and surgical flow within a rapidly evolving UVA Health setting.

The Assistant Nurse Manager (ANM) at Riverside Surgery Center serves as a shared leadership partner across the Operating Room and Pre/Post areas, supporting a fast-paced, high-volume outpatient surgical program. This role is ideal for a clinically strong nurse ready to expand leadership impact while remaining closely connected to frontline care and team development.

The Role:

As the ANM, you will function as a highly visible, hands-on leader supporting both clinical operations and staff across multiple perioperative environments. You will collaborate closely with an experienced leadership team while helping maintain smooth surgical throughput and exceptional patient experience.

In this role, you will:

• Provide day-to-day leadership support across the Operating Room, Pre-Op, and PACU settings

• Help coordinate OR scheduling and staffing workflows to optimize efficiency and patient flow

• Serve as a clinical resource, stepping into patient care when needed in both OR and Pre/Post environments

• Support leaders with operational and financial oversight, contributing to sustainable department performance

• Partner with the OR Manager, Pre/Post Manager, and Operations Manager on cross-functional decision-making

An average day blends leadership presence with clinical engagement. You may begin by reviewing staffing plans and case schedules, pivot into supporting a complex surgical case or PACU recovery, and end by collaborating with leadership on operational priorities. The pace is fast, the environment is dynamic, and your ability to stay calm and decisive under pressure is critical.

Why UVA Health:

UVA Health is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, clinical innovation, and high-quality patient care. Riverside Surgery Center reflects these strengths in an ambulatory setting that prioritizes efficiency, patient satisfaction, and team collaboration.

• Be part of a recently integrated UVA ambulatory surgery center, offering expanded access to system-wide resources, education, and career mobility

• Join a high-performing, award-winning patient experience program with a deeply patient-centered culture

• Work alongside a close-knit, collaborative leadership team that values hands-on engagement and shared accountability

• Experience a unique leadership opportunity spanning multiple perioperative areas, enhancing your clinical and operational breadth

• Benefit from UVA Health's academic environment, providing ongoing professional development and exposure to best practices in surgical care

• Enjoy a workplace that emphasizes both staff experience and patient outcomes, supporting long-term engagement and growth

• Take advantage of free on-site parking and a conveniently located facility off Route 29, a rare benefit within the UVA system

This role is especially appealing for emerging leaders, as the team is committed to developing the right candidate with strong clinical foundations and leadership potential, even if prior ANM experience is limited.

Why People Love Living in Charlottesville:

Charlottesville offers a unique blend of vibrant culture and natural beauty, making it an exceptional place for healthcare professionals seeking balance. Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, wineries, and outdoor recreation, while maintaining the charm of a smaller community. The city is known for its strong food scene, arts and music culture, and proximity to major metropolitan areas without the daily congestion. For clinicians, Charlottesville delivers an ideal mix of professional opportunity and personal quality of life, allowing time to recharge outside of a demanding healthcare environment.