PACU Manager
$130K/yr
A PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, TX. This is a full-time, day-shift leadership role overseeing a team of 18.5 FTEs in a busy post-anesthesia ...
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$130K/yr
A PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, TX. This is a full-time, day-shift leadership role overseeing a team of 18.5 FTEs in a busy post-anesthesia ...
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$130K/yr
A PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, TX. This is a full-time, day-shift leadership role overseeing a team of 18.5 FTEs in a busy post-anesthesia ...
Austin, TX · On-site
A full-time PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, Texas. This leadership role oversees a busy Post-Anesthesia Care Unit and provides the ...
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Austin, TX · On-site
A full-time PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, Texas. This leadership role oversees a busy Post-Anesthesia Care Unit and provides the ...
$90K - $130K/yr
Perioperative/PACU Manager LOCATION: Austin, TX SHIFT: Days (No Weekends) RELOCATION: Eligible for relocation bonuse JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent Job Responsibilities The Nurse Manager is a working ...
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$90K - $130K/yr
Perioperative/PACU Manager LOCATION: Austin, TX SHIFT: Days (No Weekends) RELOCATION: Eligible for relocation bonuse JOB TYPE: Full-Time Permanent Job Responsibilities The Nurse Manager is a working ...
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
The PACU RN reports to the PACU Manager. #USP-123 #LI-CM1 Required Skills Qualifications: * Graduate of an accredited school of nursing * Current Texas Nursing License * Current BLS, ACLS and PALS
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To thrive as a PACU Manager, you need a solid background in post-anesthesia patient care, nursing leadership, and staff management, usually supported by a BSN degree and relevant RN licensure. Familiarity with perioperative information systems, patient monitoring equipment, and certifications such as ACLS and PALS is often required. Strong communication, decision-making, and organizational skills help manage staff and coordinate with multidisciplinary teams effectively. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe patient recovery, regulatory compliance, and smooth team operations in a busy surgical setting.
A PACU Manager oversees the post-anesthesia care unit by managing staffing schedules, supervising nursing care, ensuring adherence to recovery protocols, and facilitating effective patient hand-offs between surgical and nursing teams. They are responsible for maintaining high standards of patient safety, monitoring clinical outcomes, and leading staff education or process improvement initiatives. Additionally, PACU Managers often coordinate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other departments to optimize patient throughput and resolve any care challenges. This dynamic role requires balancing administrative duties with hands-on support for both patients and nursing staff.
A PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Manager oversees the operations of the recovery unit where patients are monitored after surgery. They manage nursing staff, ensure patient safety, maintain compliance with healthcare regulations, and coordinate care with surgical and anesthesia teams. Their role involves staffing, budgeting, and implementing best practices to optimize patient outcomes. Strong leadership, clinical expertise, and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

A PACU Manager opportunity is available at a 371-bed acute care hospital in Central Austin, TX. This is a full-time, day-shift leadership role overseeing a team of 18.5 FTEs in a busy post-anesthesia care unit.
The role. Reporting into hospital leadership, the PACU Manager serves as a working manager responsible for the day-to-day operations of the unit. The manager oversees staffing assignments and scheduling to maintain effective department coverage and productivity targets, and conducts regular review and revision of departmental policies, procedures, standing orders, and protocols. This leader reviews and approves employee performance appraisals, establishes individual goals for staff, and participates in budget and inventory control. The role also includes active involvement in process improvement initiatives and serves as a change agent in supporting and modeling management decisions.
What we're looking for.
Schedule. Full-time, days, no weekends.
Compensation. $130,000 - $130,000 per year plus $15,000 sign-on bonus