The Pre-Op/PACU Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the Preoperative and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit departments within the Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC). This role ensures the delivery of safe, efficient, high-quality patient care across the perioperative continuum—from patient admission through discharge—in compliance with CMS Conditions for Coverage and applicable accrediting bodies, including AAAHC.

The Pre-Op/PACU Manager oversees all clinical staff within the Pre-Op and PACU areas and collaborates closely with the DON and departmental leaders to optimize patient throughout, surgical readiness, anesthesia recovery, and discharge efficiency. Serving as the primary point of coordination among surgeons, anesthesia providers, clinical teams, and administrative leadership, this position ensures effective communication, operational alignment, and seamless transitions of care.

The role fosters a culture of accountability, teamwork, service excellence, and continuous performance improvement throughout the perioperative patient experience.

Leadership & Management

Supervise PreOp and PACU nursing staff including scheduling, performance evaluations, coaching, and training
Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient volume and acuity
Facilitate effective communication among surgical team members, patients, and families
Participate in management meetings, strategic planning, and policy development

Clinical Oversight

Oversee nursing assessments, interventions, and documentation to ensure compliance with standards of care
Collaborate with anesthesiologists and surgeons to ensure safe and efficient patient flow
Ensure adherence to infection control and patient safety protocols
Maintain current knowledge of evidence-based practices in perioperative nursing

Quality & Compliance

Monitor patient outcomes, incidents, and quality metrics; implement performance improvement initiatives as needed
Ensure compliance with CMS, AAAHC, OSHA, HIPAA, and state regulations
Maintain accurate records and participate in audits and inspections

Administrative Duties

Participate in recruitment, onboarding, and retention of qualified nursing staff

Qualifications:

Education & Licensure

Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
PALS and BLS certifications (required)

Skills & Competencies

Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively
Strong knowledge of regulatory and safety standards for ASCs
Basic Computer Skills

Working Conditions:

Fast-paced outpatient surgical environment
May require occasional extended hours depending on case volume
Physically able to stand for long periods and assist in patient transfers

Benefits:

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
Life Insurance
PTO
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
And more!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

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