Cardiovascular ICU Nurse Manager

Clinical Management Consultants; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinical Management Consultants seeks a Cardiovascular ICU Manager to lead a high-acuity CVICU in Northeast Florida. You will oversee daily operations, staffing, and regulatory readiness, partnering with nurses, physicians, and respiratory therapists to deliver top-tier cardiovascular care.

This role emphasizes clinician autonomy, professional development, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with opportunities to influence workflow improvements and pursue specialty certifications in a

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily CVICU operations and staffing aligned with patient acuity.
• Coach frontline staff and ensure high reliability and patient safety.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and case management to optimize care.

Job description

Step into 2026 as a Cardiovascular ICU Manager and lead meaningful critical care with supportive leadership, modern clinical resources, clear growth potential, and an outstanding Northeast Florida lifestyle.

The CVICU Manager will join a healthcare organization that values safe practice, visible leadership, and strong interdisciplinary relationships. The hospital supports clinical judgment through efficient workflows and technology-enabled care rather than allowing technology to replace human expertise. Experienced nursing leaders can strengthen patient outcomes while building a hospital career centered on professional autonomy, team wellbeing, and sustainable performance.

As Cardiovascular ICU Manager, you will guide a high-acuity Cardiovascular ICU that cares for patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions. Daily work brings close collaboration with critical care nurses, physicians, advanced practice providers, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, rehabilitation professionals, technicians, and case management specialists. This environment offers meaningful exposure to cardiovascular critical care while creating opportunities to improve workflows and develop specialty expertise. Life beyond the CVICU is equally compelling. Northeast Florida offers an affordable cost of living and white-sand beaches alongside an extensive park system. The region also features warm year-round weather with exceptional river and waterway access. A growing job market supports long-term stability while professional sports, craft breweries, diverse culinary options, and a vibrant arts community make time away from work rewarding.

The Cardiovascular ICU Manager will work within the hospital’s established nursing and critical care leadership structure. This leader will oversee daily CVICU operations and support staffing plans that align with patient acuity and team needs. Key responsibilities may include scheduling, regulatory readiness, clinical education, resource stewardship, quality improvement, and patient safety. The CVICU Manager will also coach frontline staff and address operational barriers. Consistent communication with physicians and other clinical partners will help the unit make timely decisions and maintain coordinated care.

This Cardiovascular ICU Manager position offers more than a traditional nursing management job. It provides a platform to mentor emerging leaders and strengthen the professional practice of experienced clinicians. The manager may support specialty certification, continuing education, precepting, committee participation, and shared decision-making. Leadership development and cross-functional improvement projects can further prepare the Cardiovascular ICU Manager for future director-level responsibilities or broader cardiovascular service-line leadership.

Northeast Florida gives the CVICU Manager a lifestyle that balances coastal access with the energy of a growing metropolitan region. Jacksonville’s beaches and the St. Johns River make boating and outdoor recreation part of everyday life. Parks and trails provide year-round options for staying active. Professional sports, independent restaurants, breweries, galleries, and signature events such as the Jacksonville Jazz Festival add depth to the local culture. The region’s relatively approachable cost of living also supports long-term plans. Prospective residents should be prepared for hot summers and seasonal coastal weather.

The Cardiovascular ICU Manager can expect competitive compensation and access to a comprehensive benefits package based on the hospital’s applicable programs. Details about health coverage, paid time off, retirement options, education support, incentives, or relocation assistance will be discussed during the recruitment process and will not be assumed.