Title: Nurse Manager – PACU
Location: Austin, TX
Schedule: Full-Time, Days (No Weekends)
Compensation: Up to $130,000/year (based on experience)
Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case)
Position Overview
A leading medical center in Central Austin is seeking a PACU Nurse Manager to oversee day-to-day operations of the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. This working manager role provides direct leadership to a team of 18.5 FTEs, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality recovery care for surgical patients. The ideal candidate will bring strong perioperative experience, proven management ability, and a BSN with advanced life support certifications.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations and staffing assignments for the PACU
- Ensure compliance with hospital policies, departmental objectives, and patient safety standards
- Review and approve staff performance appraisals and establish professional goals
- Maintain departmental manuals, policies/procedures, standing orders, and protocols
- Identify and resolve operational or facility issues
- Participate in quality/process improvement initiatives and budget management
- Serve as a change agent and role model for staff development and organizational goals
- Support ongoing education and professional growth of team members
Required Qualifications
- BSN required
- Current Texas RN license (or compact eligibility)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in OR or day surgery required
- Prior management/supervisory experience required
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: Up to $130,000/year (based on experience)
- Relocation Assistance: Available on a case-by-case basis
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with match, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness resources, and more
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