Nursing Director Cardiac ICU - MGH

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic Nursing Director for the Blake 8 Cardiac Surgical ICU. This role is a crucial leadership position within the hospital organization and encompasses oversight and management for safe, high quality patient focused care; personnel management and development; clinical operations; and the development of highly effective partnerships throughout the Department of Nursing and across all organizational departments. The Cardiac Surgical Intensive Care Unit (Blake 8) is a fast paced, highly acute, 18-bed adult critical care unit that serves patients with a vast array of cardiovascular disease in all phases of their disease. As a Heart Vascular Institute critical care unit, we are grounded in high quality care that is accessible, innovative, research based and delivered via an interdisciplinary team. We are a highly specialized unit that is committed to excellent practice and positive patient experience. This unit was the inaugural unit for the MGB High Reliability Organization unit-based rounds, providing a voice to the clinical team to inform care, effect change and improve patient outcomes and experience. Nursing leadership includes a Nursing Director and a Nurse Practice Specialist, and our team is comprised of Critical Care Physician Intensivists, Advanced Practice Providers, nurses, social work, physical therapy, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, and spiritual care. Together we strive to provide the highest quality, compassionate care to all patients and families. The MGB Heart Vascular Institute is excited to transition to the new Ragon building in September 2027. This will provide us an opportunity to expand our ability to provide access to care. The growth of this unit is expected to expand to 32 critical care beds. The Nursing Director will be responsible for interviewing and hiring new staff, partnering with the Nurse Practice Specialist in the orientation of existing staff to the new environment and leading a 32-bed critical care unit. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5-7 years of demonstrated nursing leadership experience in a complex medical environment with a preference for cardiac nursing experience. Reporting to an Associate Chief Nurse, the Nurse Director provides leadership in an environment that celebrates and empowers nurses. In collaboration with a Nurse Practice Specialist, hire, develop and provide directions to patient care providers and unlicensed clinical support staff. Partners with nurses, physicians, administrative colleagues and other teams to guide and direct clinical practice, systems improvement, network development, and operations. Collaborate and plan for interdepartmental resources with other department managers to ensure the best level of services to direct care providers, and ultimately patients. Promote professionalism and autonomy by engaging staff in planning, decision-making and the many educational resources available for further development. The patient care delivery model is patient and family centered; care is exceptional, comprehensive, accessible, supportive and personalized!

Requirements

• Master's Degree Nursing required or Bachelor's Degree Nursing required and Master's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Registered Nurse [RN - State License] - Generic - HR Only required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Nursing management 3-5 years required
• Proficient organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Must have excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient commitment to clinical excellence.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
• Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
• Knowledge of Regulatory Agency Regulations.

Nice To Haves

• preference for cardiac nursing experience

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and supervise staff based on mutually agreed-upon goals in job descriptions.
• Implements strategies to enhance retention and reduce turnover.
• Promotes a safe and positive working environment.
• Ensure that the RN supervisors/clinical care managers are aware of any updated policies and procedures.
• Prepares departmental budget and operates department within budgetary guidelines.
• Assign patients for day-to-day management to nursing coordinators and/or Nursing Supervisors/Managers

Benefits

• Opportunities for growth and development
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees