Nurse Manager Pre Op/PACU, Fulltime

Stamford Health is hiring a Fulltime Nurse Manager for the Main Hospital Pre Op/PACU!

At Stamford Health, we believe that every patient deserves compassionate, personalized, person‑centered care. This commitment guides how we care for patients, support their care partners, and promote the wellbeing of our staff. In alignment with our Planetree philosophy, the individual in this role will foster a respectful, collaborative environment that honors the needs, values, and preferences of every person we serve and the colleagues we partner with.

As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans (including GLP-1 coverage options) available day one
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Tax deferred annuity and (403b) pension plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Childcare partnership with Children’s Learning Center

Responsibilities

Stamford Health has an opportunity for a Nurse Manager in our Main Pre Op/PACU department at our Main Hospital here in Stamford! The Nurse Manager is accountable for the daily operations of the unit(s) to include staffing, productivity and service recovery. In addition, this position is available to mentor and develop staff, interface with other departments to assure patient throughput, and collaborate with the professional development department to assess and identify the learning needs of the staff. The manager utilizes both clinical and leadership skills to identify opportunities for performance improvement. The manager participates in the selection, evaluation, and coaching of unit employees. The scope of responsibility and accountability for the Nurse Manager continuously evolves to meet the demands of the practice setting. The following responsibilities may also vary based on the identified needs of Patient care Services.

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and operational oversight of the Pre-Operative and Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) departments in a 24-hour hospital setting. This position is accountable for ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, patient-centered care through effective leadership, staff development, regulatory compliance, quality improvement, and fiscal stewardship. The Nurse Manager provides leadership for daily operations Monday through Friday while maintaining 24-hour accountability for departmental staffing and operational needs. The role collaborates closely with physicians, anesthesia providers, nursing leadership, and interdisciplinary teams to achieve organizational goals, optimize patient flow, and ensure adherence to professional practice standards, including the American Society of Peri Anesthesia Nurses (ASPAN) Standards and Practice Recommendations.

• Collaborates with the Director to maintain a competent staff through the selection process, orientation to the unit, competency development, and ongoing performance management. Identifies yearly competencies through interaction with staff and professional development department.
• Manages yearly personnel and supply budget. Maintains unit operations within established FY budget. Assists in the development of the capital equipment budget for assigned unit.
• Interfaces with Bed Coordinators, Case Managers, physicians and nursing units to improve patient throughput through appropriate and timely placement and discharge. Demonstrates awareness of overall needs in the hospital for bed availability and staff.
• Monitors productivity and adjusts staffing based on volume and acuity.
• Plans and organizes unit based Performance Improvement activities. Responds to issues with staff, patients, and physicians. Leads and participates in Quality Improvement and patient satisfaction efforts on the unit(s) and the hospital as a whole.
• Ensures that unit staff adhere to all internal and external regulatory requirements. Works with staff to understand the regulatory standards and professional standards of nursing practice.
• Participates in the establishment of unit based goals and objectives as well as the overall Nursing Strategic Plan. Provides leadership for unit based goals and participate in patient care initiatives as requested.
• Demonstrates a commitment to shared governance, clinical excellence, and the values of Stamford Hospital.
• Develops strong interpersonal relationships on the unit, with peers, physicians and all partners throughout the system.
• Provides administrative and clinical leadership for Pre-Operative Services and PACU.
• Ensures the delivery of safe, evidence-based, high-quality patient care throughout the perioperative continuum.
• Promotes a culture of patient safety, accountability, professionalism, teamwork, and service excellence.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesiologists, procedural physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Oversees patient throughput, patient flow, and capacity management to support departmental and organizational goals.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates departmental policies, procedures, and standards of practice.
• Recruits, hires, retains, and develops qualified nursing and support staff.
• Conducts performance evaluations and provides coaching, mentoring, and leadership development opportunities.
• Addresses employee relations issues in collaboration with Human Resources and nursing leadership.
• Ensures maintenance of staff competencies, mandatory education requirements, and professional certifications.
• Promotes employee engagement, professional growth, accountability, and succession planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
• Master’s degree in nursing, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, or related healthcare field preferred.
• Current Registered Nurse license in the state of CT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Certified Post Anesthesia Nurse (CPAN), Certified Ambulatory Peri anesthesia Nurse (CAPA), specialty certification preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive perioperative and/or peri anesthesia nursing experience preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of nursing leadership or management experience preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing Pre-Operative Services, PACU, Ambulatory Surgery, and/or Surgical Services operations.
• Experience managing staffing, productivity, patient flow, and operational performance within a 24-hour hospital environment.
• Demonstrated experience in employee engagement, performance management, staff development, and succession planning.
• Comprehensive knowledge of ASPAN Standards, Practice Recommendations, and staffing guidelines.
• Experience utilizing ASPAN staffing standards and patient acuity assessment tools to ensure safe staffing levels and quality patient outcomes.
• Experience leading quality improvement initiatives and regulatory readiness activities.

Minimum Salary

$109,804.50

Maximum Salary

$175,695

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent health care system with more than 3,800 employees committed to caring for the community through a wide range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families receive expert, compassionate care through the system’s 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 40 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation.

Stamford Health is known for its expert, person-centered care through its many recognitions and partnerships. U.S. News & World Report has recognized Stamford Hospital as a High-Performing Hospital. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rated Stamford Hospital as a five-star hospital for Overall Quality and The Leapfrog Group awarded Stamford Hospital an “A” for patient safety . The American Nurses Credentialing Center has granted Stamford Hospital Magnet Status, which recognizes superior patient care with the highest level of safety, quality, and patient satisfaction. Stamford Health is Planetree Gold-Certified for Excellence in Person-Centered Care and is a Certified ™ Great Place to Work.

Stamford Health is a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and has recently expanded its relationship with Columbia to offer treatment and expertise from Columbia University Irving Medical Center’s nationally recognized heart surgeons. Stamford Health and Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) have created a premier center for specialty orthopedic care right in Stamford, Connecticut. Additionally, in 2020 Stamford Health’s Carl & Dorothy Bennett Cancer Center entered into an expanded collaboration with Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center.

Dedicated to being the community’s most trusted health care partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org . Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter , Instagram , YouTube , and LinkedIn .