Assistant Nursing Director Cardiovascular OR
About The Position
Join a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgical program and help lead one of the most advanced perioperative environments in the country. The Assistant Nursing Director (AND) plays a key leadership role overseeing daily operations, supporting high‑performing clinical teams, and ensuring exceptional patient care across complex cardiac, vascular, endovascular, and thoracic procedures. This role involves working in state‑of‑the‑art surgical spaces, including the new Klarman Building (2023) and advanced endovascular suites. The AND will lead within a program recognized for top-tier quality, safety, and outcomes, collaborating with expert surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams, and influencing operations, staffing, and clinical excellence in a high‑acuity environment.
Requirements
- BSN required
- Active RN license
- BLS certification
- 3–5 years relevant clinical experience
- Up to 1 year leadership or charge experience
- Demonstrated leadership, strong communication, and critical thinking skills
- Comfortable with clinical systems
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Access helpful)
- Must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Nice To Haves
- MSN preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily CVI OR operations and patient flow.
- Coordinate cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and IP surgical schedules.
- Partner with PACU, Pre‑Op, and CVICU to optimize perioperative planning.
- Maintain a visible leadership presence to support staff and physicians.
- Serve as a liaison across anesthesia, scheduling, central processing, and other departments.
- Participate in Administrator‑on‑Call rotation.
- Support block time planning, room assignments, and future scheduling.
- Develop and manage daily and monthly staffing schedules.
- Oversee vacation, holiday, and payroll processes.
- Support onboarding and clinical experiences for new hires, students, and travelers.
- Conduct annual performance evaluations.
- Promote professional growth, engagement, and evidence‑based practice.
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence.
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation and benefits
- Healthy and balanced life support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
