Nursing Supervisor : Pre-Op, PACU, Pre-Admission Testing

Pioneers Medical Center • Meeker, CO

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Pioneers Medical Center is a community-based healthcare facility focused on building life-long partnerships with our patients to empower them to achieve optimal health. In addition to our hospital and emergency facilities, we collaborate with leading physicians to provide local care for your cardiac, orthopedic, oncology, urology and internal medicine needs. We treat our patients like a valued family member. Whether for an emergency, serious illness, surgical procedure, lab test, radiology scan, chronic disease management, preventative care, home health service or long-term care and from infants to adults to seniors, we provide The Care You Count On . We are seeking a dynamic and experienced PAT(Pre Admission Testing)/Preoperative/Pacu (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit) Supervisor to lead and coordinate patient care activities within the PAT, preoperative and PACU settings. This vital role involves supervising clinical staff, ensuring adherence to hospital policies, and maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and comfort. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, extensive clinical expertise, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced healthcare environment. As a key team leader, you will facilitate seamless communication across departments, oversee patient assessments, and ensure compliance with all healthcare regulations.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program, BSN preferred.
• Current Colorado nursing license, in good standing with the State licensing board
• Minimum of one (1) year OR experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS required within six (6) months of hire or transfer
• At least two years' of experience as a nurse in a perioperative care unit.
• Proficiency in electronic hospital management systems
• Conduct ongoing quality assurance activities including incident reporting, infection control practices, and adherence to nursing policy compliance
• Excellent managerial communication skills; ability to lead multidisciplinary teams effectively while maintaining high standards of patient safety and care quality
• Extensive experience in measuring and interpreting vital signs and levels of consciousness.
• Advanced knowledge of best practices in patient care.
• Superb organizational and time management abilities.
• Kind and Professional Demeanor
• Professional and well groomed
• Communicate positively and effectively, both written and verbally, with patients, family, and staff
• Demonstrate effective organizational skills in an evolving environment
• Work with honesty, compassion and integrity at all times
• Adherence to PMC confidentiality procedures and policies when dealing with employees and the community
• Strong ability to work well under pressure
• Effective listening skills in order to comprehend and quickly respond to the needs of the surgical team
• Ability to lift 20 pounds. Moving, lifting or transferring of patients may involve lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily operations of the Preop and PACU departments, ensuring efficient patient flow and optimal resource utilization
• Lead, mentor, and evaluate nursing staff, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on high-quality care
• Oversee patient assessments including vital signs, physiological evaluations, and medical documentation to ensure accurate and timely care delivery
• Coordinate with surgical teams, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals to prepare patients for procedures and facilitate smooth recovery processes
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, state healthcare laws, and accreditation standards such as NCQA standards
• Support staff and patients through the perioperative process. Provide care to patients if needed.
• Conduct ongoing quality assurance activities including incident reporting, infection control practices, and adherence to nursing policy compliance
• Manage and coordinate the PAT process, ensuring thorough assessments and necessary tests are conducted to facilitate the admission process.

What This Job Offers

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