PACU Supervisor

Join Our Team as a PACU Supervisor – Capitola Surgery Center

Capitola Surgery Center is seeking an experienced, compassionate, and skilled
PACU Supervisor to lead our PACU nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in providing high-quality care to patients recovering from surgery. As the PACU Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the PACU, supporting and mentoring staff, and ensuring that patients receive optimal care during their recovery process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Supervision: Provide leadership and direction to PACU nursing staff, ensuring efficient workflow, adherence to safety protocols, and quality patient care. Serve as a mentor and resource for nurses and other staff.
• Patient Care: Oversee and assist in the assessment, monitoring, and management of patients post-surgery, including pain management, airway management, and assessment of vital signs.
• Collaboration: Work closely with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare team members to ensure safe and coordinated care for patients recovering from anesthesia.
• Staffing & Scheduling: Ensure appropriate staffing levels to meet patient needs. Help manage the scheduling of nursing staff and coordinate breaks and handoffs.
• Quality & Compliance: Maintain compliance with center policies, regulatory standards, and infection control protocols. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and safety audits.
• Education & Training: Lead and contribute to ongoing training for the PACU team, ensuring staff stay current with best practices, new technologies, and continuing education.