Assistant Nursing Director Cardiovascular OR

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Assistant Nursing Director – Cardiovascular Institute Operating Room (CVI OR)

Join a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgical program and help lead one of the most advanced perioperative environments in the country. The Assistant Nursing Director (AND) plays a key leadership role overseeing daily operations, supporting high‑performing clinical teams, and ensuring exceptional patient care across complex cardiac, vascular, endovascular, and thoracic procedures.

Job Description:

Assistant Nursing Director – Cardiovascular Institute Operating Room (CVI OR)

Join a nationally recognized cardiovascular surgical program and help lead one of the most advanced perioperative environments in the country. The Assistant Nursing Director (AND) plays a key leadership role overseeing daily operations, supporting high‑performing clinical teams, and ensuring exceptional patient care across complex cardiac, vascular, endovascular, and thoracic procedures.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Work in state‑of‑the‑art surgical spaces, including the new Klarman Building (2023) and advanced endovascular suites.
• Lead within a program recognized for top-tier quality, safety, and outcomes.
• Collaborate with expert surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Influence operations, staffing, and clinical excellence in a high‑acuity environment.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical & Operational Leadership

• Oversee daily CVI OR operations and patient flow.
• Coordinate cardiac, vascular, thoracic, and IP surgical schedules.
• Partner with PACU, Pre‑Op, and CVICU to optimize perioperative planning.
• Maintain a visible leadership presence to support staff and physicians.

Administrative & Strategic Support

• Serve as a liaison across anesthesia, scheduling, central processing, and other departments.
• Participate in Administrator‑on‑Call rotation.
• Support block time planning, room assignments, and future scheduling.

Staffing & Workforce Management

• Develop and manage daily and monthly staffing schedules.
• Oversee vacation, holiday, and payroll processes.
• Support onboarding and clinical experiences for new hires, students, and travelers.

Team Development & Performance

• Conduct annual performance evaluations.
• Promote professional growth, engagement, and evidence‑based practice.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and clinical excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Education: BSN required; MSN preferred
• Licensure: Active RN license; BLS certification
• Experience: 3–5 years relevant clinical experience; up to 1 year leadership or charge experience
• Skills: Demonstrated leadership, strong communication, and critical thinking
• Technical: Comfortable with clinical systems; proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint; Access helpful)

 

 

Pay Range:

$150,000.00 USD - $220,000.00 USD

The pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. 

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

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