Nurse Flow Manager - Perianesthesia

Brigham and Women’s Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham, is seeking a Perianesthesia Flow Manager (PACU) to oversee and optimize patient flow within a high-volume, complex Post Anesthesia Care Unit. This leadership role is critical in ensuring efficient transitions between the Operating Room, procedural areas, and PACU while maintaining high standards of patient care and operational efficiency.

You will serve as a key decision-maker and liaison between nursing leadership, anesthesia, surgeons and hospital administration to ensure optimal utilization of resources and safe, timely patient throughput.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate patient flow to and from the PACU to ensure operational efficiency

– Maintain a visible, on-unit leadership presence throughout the shift

– Collaborate with anesthesia, surgeons, nursing leadership and hospital administration

– Ensure optimal staffing utilization while minimizing overtime and excess resource use

– Monitor and maintain accuracy of scheduling systems (Epic) in coordination with IT

– Plan and secure additional staffing resources as needed within budget guidelines

– Support compliance with departmental and organizational policies

– Foster a positive, team-oriented environment focused on high morale and performance

– Build and maintain strong relationships with ancillary departments

– Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing required (BSN); MSN preferred
• Active RN license in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts
• Strong knowledge of perianesthesia operations and patient flow management
• Charge nurse or leadership experience preferred
• Ability to make sound clinical and operational decisions in high-pressure environments
• Commitment to ongoing clinical education and professional development

Skills & Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills

– Excellent organizational and analytical abilities

– Ability to prioritize patient flow and staffing resources effectively

– Experience collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams

– Demonstrated fairness and consistency in staffing and operational decisions

– Strong problem-solving skills in a fast-paced clinical environment

– Proficiency with computer systems and clinical scheduling tools

– Ability to perform under pressure while maintaining accessibility and leadership presence

Work Environment

• High-acuity, high-volume perioperative environment

– Underground clinical setting with no natural light

– Potential exposure to infectious diseases

– Requires continuous presence and active engagement during shift

Compensation

$81,473.60 – $157,851.20 annually

Final compensation is determined based on experience, education, certifications and other relevant factors. Additional benefits, differentials and advancement opportunities are included.

Interested candidates should apply through this posting or reach out to Adriana Cook

at [email protected] to be considered.

About Mass General Brigham

Mass General Brigham brings together world-class hospitals, physicians, researchers and staff dedicated to advancing patient care, research and education. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion and strive to reflect the communities we serve.

EEO Statement

The Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Full-time | Rotating shift

Brigham and Women’s Hospital (Mass General Brigham)

Job ID: RQ4058859

Pay: $81,473.60 - $157,851.20 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person