PACU Manager, RN
Listed on 2026-03-12
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Nursing
Director of Nursing, Charge Nurse, RN Nurse
Peterson Health is an independent, not‑for‑profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX – heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation’s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on compassionate patient‑centered care and a team‑oriented culture.
DescriptionFull‑time position. Shift information:
This position is Full Time.
- Health Insurance
- 401(k)
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition Reimbursement | HPSA Designated
- Employee Education Scholarships
- Employee Referral Program
- Merit Increases
- Great Culture
- Free access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility
The PACU Manager supervises Pre‑op and PACU staff; schedules adequate staff to meet surgery schedule needs including call. Interacts with surgeons to clarify orders as needed. Interviews and hires new staff. Facilitates education of staff and evaluates their competency. Works with Materials Management to monitor supply usage and manage costs appropriately. The manager has a 24‑hour, 7 days a week responsibility to provide leadership, management, administration and supervision for the unit and staff.
This includes planning, organizing, staff development, performance management, quality fiscal and information management, regulatory compliance, daily operations, building and enhancing relationships through customer relations and appropriate professional involvement. The manager will work closely with directors, ancillary staff, managers, medical directors, medical department chairs, physicians and other disciplines to develop services and ensure quality.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Preferred EducationPrevious Meditech experience
Required SkillsBasic computer keyboard skills, fax machine, scanner
Preferred SkillsMicrosoft Office, Meditech
Required Licensure/Registration/CertificationTexas license as a Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Perianesthesia Nurse (CPAN) or other related nationally recognized certification (approval required by Director) within two years
Required ExperienceTwo years as a charge nurse in an acute care surgical department.
Preferred ExperiencePrevious management experience in a hospital or ASC with knowledge of Pre Op/PACU, Endoscopy, and OR.
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