Perm PACU Manager - PPM # 003

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: PACU Manager (RN)

Location: Austin, TX
Job Type: Permanent (Perm Contingent)
Shift: Days | No Weekends
Start Date: ASAP

We are seeking an experienced and motivated PACU Manager (RN) to oversee the daily operations of a busy Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This working manager role is responsible for coordinating staffing, maintaining departmental efficiency, supporting clinical operations, and ensuring high-quality patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership abilities, PACU or perioperative experience, and a commitment to staff development, process improvement, and operational excellence.

• Oversee day-to-day PACU operations and staffing assignments to ensure appropriate department coverage.
• Monitor productivity and workflow to support efficient patient care delivery.
• Review and approve employee performance evaluations and establish staff development goals.
• Maintain and update departmental policies, procedures, manuals, and standing orders.
• Identify operational challenges and implement effective solutions to improve department performance.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and support organizational goals and process changes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes and efficient surgical recovery processes.
• Assist with budgeting, inventory control, and departmental resource management.
• Support staff education, mentorship, and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain compliance with clinical standards, regulatory requirements, and patient safety protocols.

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Current ACLS certification required.
• Current BCLS certification required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of recent OR, PACU, or day surgery experience required.
• Previous management or leadership experience required.
• Strong organizational, communication, and team leadership skills.
• Ability to work independently while managing departmental operations effectively.

• Patient Population: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
• Schedule: Day Shift | No Weekends
• Start Date: ASAP

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About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.