Nurse Manager , Cardiac Stepdown

Texas Nursing Services • Plano, TX

91d • $84,849 - $127,274

About The Position

Lead a 37-bed cardiac stepdown unit in North Dallas/Collin County. Oversee ~60 FTEs and partner with a high-performing cardiovascular service line known for complex cardiac care and strong outcomes.

Requirements

• BSN
• Active Texas or Compact RN license
• 2+ years recent acute-care cardiac leadership (charge/assistant manager/manager)
• Experience in Magnet or Pathway to Excellence environments
• BLS and ACLS (or within organization timelines)

Nice To Haves

• MSN or related master’s degree
• National specialty certification (or plan within 1 year)

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 operational leadership for cardiac stepdown (PCU)
• Drive patient safety, quality metrics, and experience initiatives
• Hire, develop, schedule, and coach unit staff; support shared governance
• Manage budgets, productivity, and capital requests
• Ensure readiness for accreditation, infection prevention, and regulatory standards
• Advance evidence-based practice, throughput, and interdisciplinary collaboration

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision; telehealth
• 401(k) with company match up to 9% based on service
• Tuition assistance, certification support, career development
• PTO, paid family leave, well-being and counseling resources
• Employee stock purchase plan and broad employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees