PreOp PACU Nurse Manager

HCA Healthcare; Lehi (UT); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Utah Endoscopy Center, operated within the HCA Healthcare network, seeks a PreOp PACU Nurse Manager to lead the Pre op and PACU teams on site. You will oversee clinical management, ensure adherence to standards, and support staff through coaching and scheduling.

The role emphasizes collaboration with administration, workflow optimization between surgical procedures, and leadership that builds trust and accountability across the nursing team.

Qualifications

• RN with 1+ years of nursing experience in PACU/ICU or Surgery.
• Active RN license in state of employment.
• BCLS certification required upon employment (online certification not acceptable).
• ACLS required within 30 days of hire.
• PALS if required by facility within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all pre op and PACU areas of care.
• Establish and maintain effective relations with the Administrator.
• Ensure day-to-day operations follow clinical standards and center policies.
• Maintain staffing levels by notifying team of scheduling changes.
• Monitor and evaluate nursing care provided to patients.
• Provide breaks and coverage for meal breaks, late cases, and shortages.

Skills

Leadership

Nursing management

Staff scheduling

Conflict resolution

Coaching/mentoring

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

RN Diploma or higher

Tools

ACLS Certification

BCLS Certification

PALS if required by facility

Job description

As a PreOp PACU Nurse Manager, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Seeking a Pre op/PACU registered nurse manager in our ambulatory surgery center who provides clinical management and expertise over the Pre op and PACU staff to ensure patients receive high quality, efficient care. As a nurse manager, you will have the opportunity for future growth and upward mobility within the organization.
• You will manage and supervise all pre op and PACU areas of care
• Establish and maintain an effective and supportive working relationship with your Administrator
• You will ensure that day-to-day operations are conducted in accordance with clinical practice standards and policies of the center
• Ensure sufficient staffing daily by notifying your team of scheduling changes
• You will participate in the monitoring and evaluation of nursing care provided
• Accessible to your staff by providing breaks, ensuring coverage for meal breaks, late cases and staffing shortages
• Monitor your clinical area to ensure materials are provided
• You will facilitate effective and efficient transition between surgical procedures
• You will delegate, coach, mentor and handle conflict resolution with your team
• Ability to build trust and gain the respect of your team through effective leadership

What you should have for this role

• Associate Degree in Nursing or RN Diploma or Higher degree in Nursing Required
• 1+ years of nursing experience in a clinical setting, preferably in PACU, ICU or Surgery
• Active RN license as required by state of employment
• **BCLS Certification upon employment. *online certification not acceptable
• ACLS required within 30-days of hire
• PALS if required by facility within 30-days of hire

Benefits

Utah Endoscopy Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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