Nurse Manager of PACU

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation • Fort Wayne, IN

31d • Onsite

About The Position

Lutheran Hosptial has an exciting nurse leadership position available in the PACU. The Manager, PACU is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the Post Anesthesia Care Unit, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care. This role provides leadership in clinical decision-making, staff development, and operational efficiency while supporting the organization's goals for patient safety, satisfaction, and quality outcomes. The Manager collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize departmental performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field required or Four (4) plus years of direct experience in lieu of a Bachelor's degree required
• 2-4 years of experience in closely related field with Bachelor's degree required
• RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and manage cross-functional relationships.
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, and stakeholders.
• Ability to work effectively with others, delegate responsibilities, and independently manage tasks while meeting established deadlines.
• Problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• In depth knowledge of industry best practices and regulatory compliance (if applicable).
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency with Google and Microsoft platforms, healthcare software systems, and data analysis tools.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree preferred
• 2-4 years of previous leadership experience preferred
• Clinical Area of Specialty Certification in Perioperative preferred

Responsibilities

• Supervises, coordinates, and evaluates the nursing care provided in the PACU, ensuring adherence to evidence-based practices and organizational policies.
• Implements and monitors performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety, clinical quality, and satisfaction metrics.
• Leads staff engagement and professional development efforts, creating a supportive work environment that promotes retention and employee satisfaction.
• Analyzes data to identify risk mitigation and improvement opportunities, ensuring alignment with departmental and organizational objectives.
• Oversees daily operations, including staffing, resource allocation, and workflow management, ensuring efficient and effective care delivery.
• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to resolve issues, improve processes, and implement new programs or initiatives.
• Ensures patient care standards are met by maintaining communication with staff, patients, and families, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
• Provides leadership, mentorship and professional development opportunities for departmental staff.
• Schedules employees to ensure effective use of resources. Consults with Director on staffing issues.
• Conducts performance evaluations, sets goals and provides feedback to staff on their performance and development.
• Develops and manages departmental budget ensuring cost effective operations while maintaining high quality service.
• Monitors expenditures, ensuring cost-effective delivery of services.
• Evaluates and implements new technologies to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develops and implements departmental policies and procedures and protocols to optimize quality and overall efficiencies.
• Ensures compliance with all relevant regulatory bodies. May oversee the accreditation process with relevant agencies ensuring that services meet or exceed industry standards.
• Participates in audits, inspections and accreditation processes as applicable.
• Follows established quality control practices to ensure accuracy, consistency and safety.
• Works closely with leadership teams to coordinate and improve service delivery.
• Stays up-to-date with industry advancements, new technologies, and regulatory changes.
• May work in a staff role, when required. Ensures that duties and responsibilities are fulfilled while meeting all competencies established for that job.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation – Salary and benefits package designed to reward your expertise, leadership, and contributions.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options to support you and your family.
• Future Security – 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching to help you build long-term financial stability.
• Generous Paid Time Off – Paid Time Off (PTO) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
• Career Growth Opportunities – Professional development, leadership training, and advancement opportunities across our organization.
• Recognition & Reward Programs – We celebrate employee achievements and contributions to our success.
• Exclusive Employee Discounts & Perks – Access to special savings and benefits designed for our team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager