PACU Supervisor

MONTEREY PENINSULA SURGERY CENTER LLC; Capitola (CA); On-site; USD 162,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and life保险

PTO with Monday–Friday schedule, no on

Job summary

Capitola Surgery Center is seeking a PACU Supervisor to lead the PACU nursing staff, ensuring high-quality post-anesthesia care at our Capitola, CA facility. The role requires an RN licensed in California with at least five years in PACU or critical care and prior leadership experience.

You will oversee patient care, collaborate with anesthesia and surgical teams, manage staffing and scheduling, and drive quality and safety initiatives while supporting ongoing staff education.

Qualifications

• RN license in CA is mandatory.
• Minimum 5 years in PACU or critical care with leadership exposure.
• Strong leadership, clinical assessment and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise PACU nursing staff and ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Oversee patient assessment, monitoring and postoperative care, including pain and airway management.
• Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons and healthcare team for coordinated care.
• Ensure adequate staffing and manage scheduling and handoffs.
• Maintain compliance with center policies, safety and infection control standards.
• Lead ongoing training and education for the PACU team.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Clinical assessment

Decision making

Education

Registered Nurse (RN) license in CA

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Capitola Surgery Center - Capitola, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $78.00 - $93.00Hourly, Join Our Team as a PACU Supervisor - Capitola Surgery Center

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision: Provide leadership and direction to PACU nursing staff, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to safety protocols, and quality patient care. Serve as a mentor and resource for nurses and other staff.
• Patient Care: Oversee and assist in the assessment, monitoring, and management of patients post-surgery, including pain management, airway management, and assessment of vital signs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare team members to ensure safe and coordinated care for patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Staffing & Scheduling: Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient needs. Help manage the scheduling of nursing staff and coordinate breaks and handoffs.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain compliance with center policies, regulatory standards, and infection control protocols. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and safety audits.
• Education & Training: Lead and contribute to ongoing training for the PACU team, ensuring staff stay current with best practices, new technologies, and continuing education.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) License: Must be currently licensed as a registered nurse in CA.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in a PACU or critical care nursing environment. Previous leadership or charge nurse experience preferred.
• Certification: BLS, PALS and ACLS certification required.
• Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, leadership ability, and excellent communication skills. Ability to make quick, sound decisions in high-pressure situations.

Compensation and Benefits

This position pays a competitive rate of $78.00 - 93.00 per hour depending on the level of experience.

• We offer a full suite of benefits including 401k with company match, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as voluntary Aflac plans.
• We have a generous PTO schedule and our staff enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no on-call requirements.