Charge Nurse, PACU - Clinical Leadership in Montana

Clear Concepts, Inc.; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development

Paid time off

Job summary

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Great Falls, MT. This full-time on-site leadership role focuses on optimizing patient flow and mentoring the perioperative team.

The ideal candidate will have RN licensure in Montana (or eligibility), CPAN/ASPAN credentials (preferred), and 2+ years PACU experience with leadership exposure. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN licensure in Montana or eligibility.
• CPAN/ASPAN knowledge or certifications preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years in PACU with leadership experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily patient flow across Pre-Op and PACU.
• Act as primary shift leader; manage staffing and schedules.
• Ensure patient safety, documentation, and CPAN/ASPAN alignment.
• Collaborate with PACU Supervisor, surgeons, and anesthesia staff.
• Mentor and support Pre-Op/PACU team.

Skills

Nursing leadership

PACU nursing

Staff coordination

CPAN/ASPAN knowledge

Education

RN license Montana

BSN preferred

Tools

CPAN guidelines

Job description

Clear Concepts, Inc. is seeking a dynamic Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) in Great Falls, MT. This full-time on-site leadership role focuses on optimizing patient flow and mentoring the perioperative team.

The ideal candidate will have RN licensure in Montana (or eligibility), CPAN/ASPAN credentials (preferred), and 2+ years PACU experience with leadership exposure. Competitive benefits are offered.