Patient Care Manager (PACU) | $3,748/Wk | Travel Contract | October Start – Palo Alto

Amergis Careers

6 days ago

Patient Care Manager (PACU) | Travel Contract | October Start – Palo Alto

Start Date: October 2025 | 13-Week Contract

We’re seeking an experienced Patient Care Manager RN to lead the Surgical Services – OR and Pre/Post team at a major academic medical center in Palo Alto, California. Ideal for a hands-on perioperative leader who drives quality, safety, and team performance in a fast-paced post-anesthesia environment.

Position Highlights

Location: Palo Alto, CA
Department: Surgical Services – PACU
Contract Length: 13 weeks, with potential for extension
Schedule: 5x8s (40 hours/week)
Shift: Days

Required Qualifications

Must be a traveler (permanent address 50+ miles from the facility)
CA RN License; BSN or MSN
3+ years of Patient Care Manager RN experience
Perioperative leadership required — not case management
2 years leadership across OR and Pre-/Post-op (PACU)
BLS (American Heart Association)
EPIC EMR proficiency
Previous travel RN experience

Key Leadership Impact (a couple of relevant highlights)

24/7 accountability for PACU operations, staffing, clinical standards, and outcomes; role-models perioperative nursing excellence.
Quality, safety & compliance: leads PI/QA initiatives; ensures adherence to accreditation/regulatory standards and risk mitigation.
Fiscal & staffing stewardship: budgets, staffing/scheduling, productivity, and variance analysis.
People leadership: hires/orients/coaches staff; conducts evaluations and performance management.

Additional Compliance Requirements

TB Questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (if applicable)
Current Health Certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understanding of patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers, and clients; proficiency in English required
Computer proficiency required

What You’ll Do:
Direct PACU/OR operations and clinical care delivery, partnering with perioperative leaders to optimize patient flow, staff development, safety, quality metrics, and patient experience in a high-volume surgical services setting.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and secure your next leadership travel assignment! Interviews are being scheduled now.

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Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.