Nurse Manager Cardiac Stepdown

As the Nurse Manager of the Cardiac Stepdown Unit, you will be responsible for the operational and clinical leadership of a 37-bed unit with 60 full-time employees. This role includes oversight of staffing, budgeting, regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. You will be the driver of patient satisfaction, staff engagement, and performance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 24/7 accountability for unit performance and patient care outcomes

• Ensure safe, evidence-based nursing care aligned with organizational goals

• Lead and support unit-based staff development and clinical excellence

• Maintain compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards

• Monitor budget adherence and control operating expenses

• Promote interdisciplinary teamwork for optimal patient results

• Lead process improvement initiatives aligned with regulatory guidelines

• Conduct performance reviews and create a culture of patient-centered care and safety

• Experience:

  • Minimum 2 years of recent leadership experience in acute care (preferably cardiac or stepdown)

  • Experience in Magnet or Pathways-designated facilities highly preferred

• Education:

  • BSN required

  • MSN or Master’s in related field preferred

• Licensure/Certifications:

  • Active Texas RN license or compact state license

  • BLS and ACLS required

  • National Specialty Certification (or willingness to obtain within 1 year of hire)

• 37-bed cardiac stepdown unit

• Overseeing approximately 60 FTEs

• Reports to Director of Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

• Interview process includes virtual (WebEx) and onsite sessions with leadership

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