PACU Charge Nurse | Clinical Leader

Genie Matthews and Associates; Great Falls (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer 401k match

Malpractice insurance

PTO

Job summary

Hospitals in Great Falls, MT are seeking a full-time Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The role leads the perioperative nursing team, coordinates patient flow from Pre-OP through PACU, and ensures safety and high standards of care.

Ideal candidates have RN licensure in Montana with 2+ years PACU experience and CPAN/ASPAN familiarity. BSN is preferred, and the position requires on-site work with varied shifts from early morning to evening.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with RN licensure in Montana.
• BSN preferred for leadership roles.
• CPAN/ASPAN credentials are desirable but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and optimize patient flow across Pre-Operative and PACU.
• Act as primary shift leader, managing staffing and surgical schedule adjustments.
• Ensure adherence to CPAN/ASPAN guidelines and documentation standards.
• Provide mentorship and support to the Pre-Op/PACU nursing team.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Clinical supervision

Patient safety

Education

RN licensure in MT

BSN preferred

Job description

Hospitals in Great Falls, MT are seeking a full-time Charge Nurse for the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The role leads the perioperative nursing team, coordinates patient flow from Pre-OP through PACU, and ensures safety and high standards of care.

Ideal candidates have RN licensure in Montana with 2+ years PACU experience and CPAN/ASPAN familiarity. BSN is preferred, and the position requires on-site work with varied shifts from early morning to evening.