Cardiovascular Operating Room Director

Employment Type: Full-Time, Days
Schedule: Administrative Hours | No Weekends
Salary Range: $127,000 – $160,000/year
Incentive Bonus: Up to 17.5%
Sign-On Bonus: Case-by-case
Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case

Overview
A leading regional surgical center in the Asheville area is seeking a highly skilled Cardiovascular Operating Room Director to oversee a dedicated CVOR program. This leadership role supports a multi-room surgical suite with a specialized focus on open-heart and advanced cardiovascular procedures.

This opportunity provides the ability to lead a team exclusively focused on cardiac surgery within a structured, high-volume surgical environment. The CVOR includes six operating rooms—five traditional and one hybrid—supported by a team of 36 FTEs, dedicated on-call resources, and strong organizational backing for surgical excellence.

Responsibilities

• Establish department goals aligned with organizational strategy and cardiovascular service-line growth.
• Oversee operational, financial, and clinical performance across the CVOR.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and accreditation standards.
• Provide leadership that supports a professional practice environment and fosters nursing excellence.
• Integrate evidence-based practice into clinical workflows, staffing models, and patient care delivery.
• Utilize financial, HR, and quality data to guide decision-making and resource allocation.
• Promote relationship-centered leadership and maintain strong engagement with interdisciplinary partners.
• Support development, training, and mentorship of CVOR staff and emerging leaders.
• Ensure optimal patient outcomes without harm, waste, or inefficiency.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s Degree in Nursing OR BSN with MBA, MHA, or related graduate degree.
• Active RN license and current BLS.
• National Nursing Leadership Certification (within 1 year of hire).
• Minimum 3 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency with EMR, spreadsheets, and communication systems.
• Open-heart surgical experience required.

Preferred

• MSN
• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience
• Experience leading high-volume cardiovascular surgical programs

Unit Details

• 6 CVOR suites (5 traditional + 1 hybrid)
• Dedicated on-call and late-call teams
• Approximately 36 full-time employees
• CVOR operates independently from the main OR (physically and operationally)

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary and incentive bonus structure
• Case-by-case relocation and sign-on eligibility
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage
• Tuition assistance and professional development support
• Wellness, counseling, and employee resource programs
• Benefits may vary by location.

Ideal Candidate
This role is ideal for a cardiovascular perioperative leader with strong operational expertise, open-heart surgical knowledge, and a leadership style grounded in collaboration, coaching, and team development. Candidates who excel in data-driven decision- making and strategic service-line growth will be highly successful in this position.