Lead PACU Charge Nurse | Perioperative Leadership

Workforce Recruiter; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Fully covered malpractice insurance

Generous PTO

Job summary

Premier hospital organization in Great Falls, MT is seeking a full-time Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This on-site leadership role oversees patient flow in Pre-Op and PACU, and reports to the PACU Supervisor.

You will ensure safety, staff development, and CPAN/ASPAN guideline adherence while coordinating with surgeons and anesthesia providers in a dynamic perioperative environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ASDN required; BSN preferred).
• Active, unrestricted RN licensure in MT (or compact/endorsement eligibility).
• Core certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS; CPAN/ASPAN certifications highly desired.
• Minimum 2+ years PACU nursing experience.
• Previous Charge Nurse or leadership experience preferred; CCU background a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize daily patient flow across Pre-Operative and PACU areas.
• Act as primary shift leader: manage staffing, surgical schedule changes, and daily operations.
• Ensure adherence to patient safety standards and CPAN/ASPAN guidelines in documentation.
• Collaborate daily with PACU Supervisor and surgeons/anesthesia providers.
• Provide clinical direction and mentorship to Pre-Op/PACU team.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

BSN preferred

Job description

Premier hospital organization in Great Falls, MT is seeking a full-time Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This on-site leadership role oversees patient flow in Pre-Op and PACU, and reports to the PACU Supervisor.

You will ensure safety, staff development, and CPAN/ASPAN guideline adherence while coordinating with surgeons and anesthesia providers in a dynamic perioperative environment.