KnowHireMatch · 2 months ago
Director of Cardiovascular Services
Tyler, TX, US
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
5+ years expKnowHireMatch is seeking a Director of Cardiovascular Services to join the leadership team at a major acute care hospital. This pivotal role is responsible for directing comprehensive nursing, clinical, and administrative operations across the Cardiovascular Service Line, focusing on program expansion and innovation for high-acuity cardiac services.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Drive Strategic Expansion: Lead the planning, training, and operational execution for the launch of new, complex services, including the VAD and ECMO programs, ensuring all clinical standards and competencies are established
Establish and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with physician leaders (Cardiothoracic Surgery, Cardiology, Heart Failure specialists) to optimize patient flow, standardize care protocols, and advance clinical outcomes
Maintain 24-hour accountability for the overall administrative, financial, and clinical activities of all assigned Cardiovascular departments
Serve as the chief driver for monitoring and evaluating quality metrics, patient satisfaction, and employee engagement results; implement targeted, evidence-based strategies for continuous performance improvement
Collaborate with executive finance to manage operational budgets, ensuring efficient resource utilization and alignment with facility financial goals
Provide decisive leadership, mentorship, and professional development for unit managers and staff, fostering a highly engaged, accountable, and clinically excellent nursing team
Ensure all units operate in strict compliance with state, federal, and organizational nursing standards and policies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing is required
Master's Degree in Nursing or currently enrolled and committed to completion within 2 years
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license or license deemed acceptable by the applicable State Board of Nursing
Minimum of five (5) years of clinical nursing experience, of which a minimum of two (2) years must have been in a management capacity (e.g., Nurse Manager or Director)
Direct, demonstrated clinical or leadership experience with high-acuity cardiac devices and programs: LVAD/VAD (Left Ventricular Assist Device / Ventricular Assist Device), ECMO (Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation)
Preferred
Current Certification in a clinical specialty or Nursing Administration (e.g., CCRN, NE-BC)
Experience in a large acute care system or academic medical center environment
Benefits
Signing Bonus
Paid Relocation
Company
KnowHireMatch
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51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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