Nurse Leader, PACU & Pre-Op (RN)

UHS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and

Prescription Drug Plans

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Nurse Manager for its PACU and Pre-Op units at GW Hospital in Washington, DC. The role leads the nursing team across Pre-Op and PACU to ensure safe, efficient patient throughput, excellent outcomes, and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing patient flow, mentoring staff, ensuring protocol compliance, and collaborating with anesthesia and surgical services.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• RN license in DC or eligibility.
• BLS and ACLS (AHA) required.
• 2+ years in PACU or perioperative nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead nursing team across Pre-Op and PACU to ensure safe, efficient patient throughput.
• Mentor staff and provide real-time clinical support.
• Ensure compliance with safety and anesthesia recovery protocols.
• Support orientation and training of new hires.
• Serve as liaison between surgical services, anesthesia, and nursing.
• Contribute to department metrics and quality improvements.

Skills

Staff mentorship

Clinical leadership

PACU/perioperative nursing

Patient throughput optimization

Education

BSN required

RN license in DC or eligibility

Job description

Universal Health Services (UHS) is seeking a Nurse Manager for its PACU and Pre-Op units at GW Hospital in Washington, DC. The role leads the nursing team across Pre-Op and PACU to ensure safe, efficient patient throughput, excellent outcomes, and a supportive work environment.

Responsibilities include overseeing patient flow, mentoring staff, ensuring protocol compliance, and collaborating with anesthesia and surgical services.