PACU Nurse Manager

Company: Texas Nursing Services
Location: Austin
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company Description PACU Nurse Manager Austin, TX Employment Type, Schedule, Compensation Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent Schedule: Days | No Weekends Base Salary: Up to $130,000 (based on experience) Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000 Relocation Assistance: Available FTEs Overseen: ~18.5 Job Description Overview We are seeking an experienced PACU Nurse Manager to lead day-to-day operations within a high-volume post-anesthesia care environment. This is a working manager role responsible for clinical oversight, staffing, performance management, and operational efficiency within the PACU. The ideal candidate brings strong perioperative leadership experience, a hands-on management style, and a commitment to quality, safety, and staff development. Responsibilities Operations & Clinical Leadership Provide direct leadership and oversight of daily PACU operations Coordinate staffing assignments to ensure safe coverage and productivity targets Serve as a clinical resource and role model for PACU nursing staff Monitor department workflows and patient throughput to support surgical services People Management Conduct performance evaluations and establish individual employee goals Support staff development, coaching, and ongoing education Promote engagement, accountability, and professional growth within the team Quality & Performance Improvement Review, update, and implement departmental policies, procedures, and protocols Participate in process improvement and patient safety initiatives Identify facility or workflow issues and implement corrective actions proactively Administrative & Financial Oversight Participate in budget management, staffing efficiency, and inventory control Support change initiatives through visible leadership and communication Maintain professional growth through continuing education and leadership development Qualifications Required Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact licensure Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) BLS (Basic Life Support) ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) 2 years of perioperative experience (OR, PACU, or day surgery) Previous nursing leadership or management experience Preferred Prior PACU leadership experience Strong background in postoperative recovery and anesthesia care Additional Information Compensation & Benefits Competitive management-level salary Sign-on bonus and relocation support Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage Paid time off and paid family leave Retirement plan with employer contribution Tuition assistance and continuing education support Career advancement within perioperative leadership Ideal For PACU Charge Nurses or Supervisors ready to step into management Nurse Managers seeking a weekday-only leadership role Perioperative leaders who value operational excellence and team development Keywords / Hashtags PACU Manager, Post Anesthesia Care Unit Nurse Manager, Perioperative Nursing Leadership, RN Manager PACU, Surgical Services Nursing AustinTXJobs PACUManager PerioperativeNursing RNLeadershipJobs TexasNursingCareers

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