PACU Charge Nurse: Lead Recovery & Scheduling

Spire Orthopedic Partners; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Dynamic environment

Diverse network

Infrastructure tools

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners seeks a PACU Charge Nurse to manage patient and procedure flow, ensuring high-quality daily care. You will monitor schedules, coordinate with OR staff and surgeons, and supervise PACU staff across shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Join a dynamic team in Stamford, CT, with opportunities for growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and a focus on patient-centered care in a growing orthopedic network.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Minimum three years of recent PACU nursing preferred.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in Connecticut.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patient flow through the PACU and anticipate staffing needs.
• Assume responsibility for daily operations of the PACU for the assigned shift.
• Complete daily staff assignments no later than one day in advance and post in PACU.
• Approve staff leaving prior to end of assigned shift after consulting with leadership.
• Facilitate/expedite PACU schedule to keep cases on time as much as possible.
• Communicate changes to PACU staff, OR Charge Nurse, Scheduler and leadership.
• Collaborate with front office staff on intake process and with surgeon/PA on orders.
• Evaluate readiness for discharge and assist with anesthesia team in discharge.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Multitasking

Team player

Education

Graduate of nursing program

Tools

SIS medical records

Job description

Spire Orthopedic Partners seeks a PACU Charge Nurse to manage patient and procedure flow, ensuring high-quality daily care. You will monitor schedules, coordinate with OR staff and surgeons, and supervise PACU staff across shifts in a fast-paced environment.

Join a dynamic team in Stamford, CT, with opportunities for growth, a comprehensive benefits package, and a focus on patient-centered care in a growing orthopedic network.