PACU Nurse Manager
The Surgery Center at 900 North Michigan | Chicago, IL
Lead. Inspire. Deliver Exceptional Patient Care.
The Surgery Center at 900 North Michigan is seeking an experienced PACU Nurse Manager to lead our Admission, Pre-Op, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). This leadership position is ideal for a motivated Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center and is passionate about developing teams, improving operations, and providing an outstanding patient experience.
We are looking for a collaborative, hands-on leader with Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) experience who understands the unique pace and workflow of outpatient surgery.
What You’ll Do
· Provide clinical and operational leadership for the Admission, Pre-Op, and PACU departments.
· Oversee daily workflow, staffing, scheduling, onboarding, competency validation, and staff development.
· Foster a positive, collaborative culture that promotes teamwork, accountability, and exceptional patient care.
· Partner with physicians, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary teams to ensure efficient patient flow and outstanding surgical outcomes.
· Serve as a clinical resource and mentor while maintaining a visible leadership presence.
· Drive quality improvement initiatives, patient safety, infection prevention, and regulatory compliance.
· Ensure ongoing readiness for Joint Commission, CMS, and IDPH surveys.
· Utilize technology and data to improve workflow, patient outcomes, and departmental performance.
· Act as a patient advocate and ensure the highest standards of compassionate, patient-centered care.
Qualifications Required
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of 3 years of PACU experience.
- Previous experience working in an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) strongly preferred.
- Previous leadership experience as a Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or Nurse Manager.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- BLS certification (ACLS and PALS preferred).
Preferred
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
- Master’s degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related field.
- Formal infection prevention or quality improvement experience.
- Proficiency with electronic scheduling and communication platforms; experience with SIS Advance or similar OR documentation systems is preferred.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory standards (The Joint Commission, CMS, IDPH, AMMI).
- Experience with electronic medical records and regulatory compliance.
Pay
Salary Range: $104040- $118843
The Ideal Candidate
You are a positive, approachable leader who enjoys mentoring others and leading by example. You communicate effectively with physicians, staff, and patients while balancing clinical excellence with operational efficiency. You thrive in a collaborative environment, embrace continuous improvement, and are committed to delivering an exceptional surgical experience for every patient.
Why Join Our Team?
- · Monday-Friday schedule
- · No weekends, holidays, or overnight call
- · High-performing physician-owned ambulatory surgery center
- · Collaborative and supportive leadership team
- · State-of-the-art surgical facility in the heart of Chicago
- · Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits
- · Leadership development and continuing education opportunities
- · Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patient care and organizational success
If you are an experienced PACU nurse leader with ASC experience who is ready to help shape the future of an exceptional surgical center, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $104,040.00 - $118,843.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- AD&D insurance
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
