Job Description

This is a full time Director of Cardiovascular Services responsible for the oversight of a Cath Lab department at Turkey Creek Medical Center.

Benefits include: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k match, tuition reimbursement & more!

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Job Summary 

The Director, Cardiology Services provides strategic and operational leadership for all cardiology services, including the Cardiac Cath Lab, Pre/Post Holding Units, Stress Lab, Cardiac Ultrasound, Vascular Lab, and associated staff. This position is responsible for ensuring high-quality patient care, managing departmental resources efficiently, and maintaining compliance with corporate, hospital, and regulatory standards. The Director fosters a collaborative environment with physicians, clinical staff, and other healthcare providers to enhance patient outcomes, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. 

Essential Functions

Evaluates and recommends improvements to the Scope of Care, Standards of Care, and Standards of Practice annually, ensuring alignment with budgetary and organizational objectives. Develops and implements goals to enhance patient care services. Provides clinical leadership and direction for staffing within Cardiology Services, ensuring accountability for departmental operations and adherence to organizational goals. Integrates innovative practices to improve patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes, developing and implementing new or enhanced services. Applies current evidence-based best practices in care delivery. Assesses and adjusts staffing and resources based on patient acuity, technology needs, and resource availability. Plans and facilitates equipment purchases or replacements within budget. Monitors collaborative care systems using clinical data and quality improvement metrics. Establishes communication with ancillary staff and discharge planners to support patient care, providing training and resources to enhance staff expertise. Organizes and staffs Cardiology Services to meet the scope of services, ensuring qualified personnel are available for quality care delivery. Evaluates staff competencies, serves as a clinical role model, and participates in performance evaluation and development. Reviews monthly financial performance, analyzing variances and collaborating with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure budget compliance for assigned departments. Assists in policy and procedure development for Cardiology Services, integrating standards of care into unit operations and care pathways. Collaborates with hospital leadership to plan and monitor departmental activities, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulatory standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required Master's Degree in Nursing preferred Minimum of six (6) years of relevant acute care nursing experience, preferably in Cardiology required 3-5 years of experience in a leadership role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of cardiology practices, procedures, and regulatory standards. Leadership skills with a focus on team building, collaboration, and staff development. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with physicians, patients, and healthcare teams. Proficiency in financial management, including budgeting and cost control. Ability to implement and oversee quality improvement initiatives.

Licenses and Certifications

RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure required CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required RCIS - Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist preferred or CVN - Cardiac Vascular Nurse preferred

 

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