RN Cardiovascular Manager

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare•Chesapeake, VA

35d•Onsite

About The Position

This role requires a competent and knowledgeable individual to manage the Cardiovascular Services department. The manager will be responsible for patient care across adult and geriatric age groups, staff supervision and development, departmental operations, and ensuring quality of care. The position also involves administrative duties such as budget preparation, scheduling, and staff evaluations, as well as participating in on-call duties and representing the department in the absence of senior leadership.

Requirements

Registered Nurse with cardiovascular invasive and non-invasive experience.
Bachelor's Degree required.
ACLS and IABP certified.
Two years experience in all phases of cardiac catheterization required.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and competence with all catheterization procedures and associated equipment.
Must exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgement in performance of job duties.
Presents self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette.
Serves as a role model for staff.
Must possess the ability to motivate and supervise staff in the management of the department.

Nice To Haves

Registered Cardiovascular Specialist (Invasive or Non-invasive)
A minimum of one year supervisory/charge background is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Conducts teaching programs for personnel, patients, and nursing orientees.
Participates in in-service education for Nursing Service personnel.
Supervises staff nurses and techs within the department.
Assists the Director in the orientation of new staff members.
Recognizes indications and contraindications for the administration of drugs.
Maintains and documents maintenance records for equipment including electrical checks.
Monitors supply orders and maintains medical/surgical supplies and drugs for the department.
Reviews quality and appropriateness of care on a routine basis.
Assists the SLA or Director with fiscal control, budget preparation, and long and short term departmental planning.
Responsible for proper scheduling of employees and maintains the time and attendance records.
Provides input and feedback for hiring decisions, discipline, termination and evaluations.
Takes call as assigned.
Assumes direct contact responsibilities for the Cardiovascular Services in the absence of the SLA or Director.
Monitors departmental infection control.
Attends and takes minutes in the departmental meetings.
Attends in-services and other meetings as required.
Exemplifies excellent customer relations toward patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; holds subordinates accountable for conformity to the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting a positive work and customer environment.
Performs other duties as assigned.