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Pre-OpPACU Nurse Manager

Surgery Partners Careers

Job Location:

Prosper, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 21 August 2026 (23 days ago)

Application Deadline: 18 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 continuumfrom patient admission through dischargein 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 organizationis 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 our organizationiscommitted 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.

Required Experience:

Manager

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