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PACU Manager, RN | Full Time
Peterson HealthSan Antonio, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 27 Feb 2026
About the role
Who we are:Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit rural community hospital located in Kerrville, TX- heart of the Texas Hill Country. We are among the nation’s Best Places to Work and pride ourselves on our compassionate patient centered care and team-oriented culture. Shift Information:This position is Full Time. What we offer:Health Insurance401(k)Dental InsuranceVision InsurancePaid time offTuition Reimbursement | HPSA DesignatedEmployee Education ScholarshipsEmployee Referral ProgramMerit IncreasesGreat CultureFree access to a beautiful onsite fitness facility What you will do:The PACU Manager supervises the Pre-op and PACU staff; schedules adequate staff to meet the surgery schedule needs including call. Interacts with surgeons to clarify orders as needed. Interviews and hires new staff. Facilitates the education of staff and evaluates their competency. Orks with Materials Management to monitor supply usage and manage costs appropriately. The manager has a 24-hour, 7 days a week responsibility to provide leadership, management, administration and supervision for the unit and staff. This includes planning, organizing, staff development, performance management, quality fiscal and information management, regulatory compliance, daily operations, building and enhancing relationships through customer relations and appropriate professional involvement. The manager will work closely with directors, ancillary staff, managers, medical directors, medical department chairs, physicians and other disciplines to develop services and ensure quality.Required Education:
Bachelor of Science in NursingPreferred Education:
Previous Meditech experienceRequired Skills:
Basic computer keyboard skills, fax machine, scanner Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office, MeditechRequired Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Texas license as a Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Perianesthesia Nurse (CPAN) or other related nationally recognized certification (approval required bye Director) within two years Required Experience:
Two years as a charge nurse in an acute care surgical department. Preferred Experience:Previous management experience in a hospital or ASC with knowledge of, Pre Op/PACU, Endoscopy and OR.IND123
Bachelor of Science in NursingPreferred Education:
Previous Meditech experienceRequired Skills:
Basic computer keyboard skills, fax machine, scanner Preferred Skills:
Microsoft Office, MeditechRequired Licensure/Registration/Certification:
Texas license as a Registered Nurse, Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiopulmonary Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Perianesthesia Nurse (CPAN) or other related nationally recognized certification (approval required bye Director) within two years Required Experience:
Two years as a charge nurse in an acute care surgical department. Preferred Experience:Previous management experience in a hospital or ASC with knowledge of, Pre Op/PACU, Endoscopy and OR.IND123
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