PACU Nurse Manager

PACU Nurse Manager

Austin, TX

Employment Type, Schedule, Compensation

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

• Schedule: Days | No Weekends

• Base Salary: Up to $130,000 (based on experience)

• Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000

• Relocation Assistance: Available

• FTEs Overseen: ~18.5

Overview

We are seeking an experienced PACU Nurse Manager to lead day-to-day operations within a high-volume post-anesthesia care environment.

This is a working manager role responsible for clinical oversight, staffing, performance management, and operational efficiency within the PACU. The ideal candidate brings strong perioperative leadership experience, a hands-on management style, and a commitment to quality, safety, and staff development.

Responsibilities

Operations & Clinical Leadership

• Provide direct leadership and oversight of daily PACU operations

• Coordinate staffing assignments to ensure safe coverage and productivity targets

• Serve as a clinical resource and role model for PACU nursing staff

• Monitor department workflows and patient throughput to support surgical services

People Management

• Conduct performance evaluations and establish individual employee goals

• Support staff development, coaching, and ongoing education

• Promote engagement, accountability, and professional growth within the team

Quality & Performance Improvement

• Review, update, and implement departmental policies, procedures, and protocols

• Participate in process improvement and patient safety initiatives

• Identify facility or workflow issues and implement corrective actions proactively

Administrative & Financial Oversight

• Participate in budget management, staffing efficiency, and inventory control

• Support change initiatives through visible leadership and communication

• Maintain professional growth through continuing education and leadership development

Required

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact licensure

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• BLS (Basic Life Support)

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

• 2+ years of perioperative experience (OR, PACU, or day surgery)

• Previous nursing leadership or management experience

Preferred

• Prior PACU leadership experience

• Strong background in postoperative recovery and anesthesia care

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive management-level salary

• Sign-on bonus and relocation support

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Retirement plan with employer contribution

• Tuition assistance and continuing education support

• Career advancement within perioperative leadership

Ideal For

• PACU Charge Nurses or Supervisors ready to step into management

• Nurse Managers seeking a weekday-only leadership role

• Perioperative leaders who value operational excellence and team development

Keywords / Hashtags

PACU Manager, Post Anesthesia Care Unit Nurse Manager, Perioperative Nursing Leadership, RN Manager PACU, Surgical Services Nursing

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