Nurse Manager Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

Nurse Manager Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

Plano, TX | Full-Time | Variable Schedule
Estimated Pay Range: $84,800 to $125,000 annually (equivalent to $40 to $60/hour, depending on experience)
Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance: Case by Case

Position Summary

A leading cardiovascular specialty hospital in Plano, Texas is expanding its leadership team and seeking an experienced Nurse Manager for the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU).
This newly added position supports an expanding 28-bed CVICU and provides shared leadership for approximately 40 staff, including ECMO clinicians and critical care nurses.

You'll help guide a talented nursing team delivering advanced cardiac and vascular care in a technologically sophisticated, patient-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership and administrative oversight for CVICU nursing operations.

• Manage staffing, scheduling, and resource utilization to ensure safe and effective patient care.

• Support unit expansion efforts, including advanced cardiac support and ECMO integration.

• Collaborate with physicians and cross-departmental teams to improve clinical outcomes and care delivery.

• Implement initiatives that enhance patient safety, quality metrics, and nurse engagement.

• Oversee budget, supplies, and equipment management within departmental goals.

• Promote a culture of professional growth, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current RN license (Texas or Compact State)

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

• Minimum of 4 years of recent acute care leadership experience in CVICU or ICU

• Current BLS and ACLS (AHA or Red Cross)

Preferred:

• Masters degree in Nursing, Healthcare Administration, or related field

• National certification such as CCRN or CNRN

• Prior leadership experience in high-volume cardiac or cardiovascular intensive care settings

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary and full Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial stability, and career advancement:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage medical, dental, and vision insurance with low copays and free preventive services

• Retirement Savings 401(k) with a 100% employer match (3%9% based on service years)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan 10% discount on company stock

• Paid Time Off (PTO) accrue monthly with rollover and cash-out flexibility

• Paid Family Leave up to 14 days for family or parental bonding

• Education Assistance up to $5,250 per year for tuition reimbursement, plus RNBSN direct billing options

• Student Loan Support up to $100 per month for eligible full-time employees

• Family & Lifestyle Benefits fertility and adoption assistance, dependent scholarships, caregiver resources, and pet insurance

• Emotional Wellness Programs Calm app membership, Employee Assistance Program with free counseling sessions, and legal/financial support services

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to join a forward-thinking hospital dedicated to innovation in cardiac and vascular care. You will have the resources to influence outcomes, mentor high-performing teams, and build upon a culture that values quality, accountability, and compassion.

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