PACU Manager
Summary
Location: Austin, Texas
Job Title: PACU Manager
Specialty: Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
Job Summary:
The PACU Manager is a working leader responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the post-anesthesia care unit. This role ensures safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care while managing staff performance, departmental processes, and resource utilization. The Manager also supports continuous improvement initiatives and fosters professional development within the team.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day PACU operations while maintaining clinical involvement
- Plan, direct, and manage staffing assignments to ensure proper coverage and productivity
- Review and approve staff performance evaluations and set employee goals
- Maintain and update departmental policies, procedures, and clinical protocols
- Monitor facility conditions and implement corrective actions for issues
- Participate in process improvement and quality initiatives
- Act as a change agent and support leadership decisions through role modeling
- Manage departmental budgets and inventory control
- Support staff development, education, and professional growth
- Engage in ongoing continuing education and professional development
Requirements:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing required
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification required
Schedule:
- Full-time
- Day shift
- No weekends
Setting:
- Acute care hospital
- Multi-facility system environment
- Includes inpatient and outpatient surgical services
Benefits:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Prescription, behavioral health, and telemedicine services
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Tuition assistance and student loan support
- Paid time off and family leave programs
- Life, disability, and supplemental insurance options
- Employee wellness and counseling resources
- Childcare, eldercare, and lifestyle support services
- Discounts and financial planning resources
- Adoption assistance and fertility benefits
EEO Statement - Tribal Health is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding non-discrimination. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identify or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
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