Director of Cath Lab

Hudson Regional Hospital; Secaucus (NJ); Sur place; USD 120 000 - 135 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Hudson Regional Hospital in Secaucus, NJ is seeking a Director of the Cath Lab to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Invasive Cardiovascular Department. This working manager role blends clinical mastery with financial oversight and HR responsibilities.

The position requires NJ RN licensure, a BSN (MSN/HA a plus), 3–5 years in cath lab/ICU, and at least 2 years in a leadership role. BLS/ACLS are required; CCRN preferred.

Qualifications

• RN licensure in New Jersey (or eligible)
• BSN required; MSN or HA degree is a plus
• Minimum 3–5 years of cath lab, ICU, or high-acuity CCU experience
• At least 2 years of leadership experience (Charge Nurse/ Supervisor/ Manager)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; CCRN preferred
• Strong knowledge of clinical operations, budgeting, and staffing

Responsabilités

• Coordinate daily procedural schedule to maximize lab utilization and door-to-balloon times.
• Direct nursing and tech staff in care for cath lab patients (catheterization, angioplasty, pacemaker, EP studies).
• Maintain 24/7 staffing readiness for cardiac emergencies and on-call rotation.
• Lead interview, hiring and onboarding of RNs and cardiovascular technicians.
• Manage the department budget, cost containment and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with Chief of Cardiology to evaluate new technologies and protocols.

Connaissances

EHR proficiency

Financial literacy

Interpersonal communication

Formation

BSN

MSN or Healthcare Administration (preferred)

Outils

EPIC (EHR)

Description du poste

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Director of Cath Lab

Operating Room Full Time Non Union Management Secaucus, NJ, US

30+ days ago Requisition ID: 3473

Salary Range: $120,000.00 To $135,000.00 Annually

Location: Secaucus University Hospital (Hudson Health System)

Reports to: Chief Nursing Officer

Job Summary

The Cath Lab Nurse Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for the Invasive Cardiovascular Department. You will oversee the daily activities of the Cath Lab, ensuring high-quality patient care during diagnostic and interventional procedures. This role is a "working manager" position, requiring a blend of clinical mastery, financial oversight, and human resources expertise.

Key Responsibilities

1. Clinical & Operational Oversight

Daily Workflow: Coordinate the daily procedural schedule to maximize lab utilization and ensure timely "door-to-balloon" results for emergency STEMI cases.

Patient Safety: Direct the nursing and technical staff in the delivery of care for patients undergoing cardiac catheterization, angioplasty, pacemaker insertion, and EP studies.

Emergency Readiness: Maintain 24/7 staffing readiness for cardiac emergencies and manage the departmental on-call rotation.

Staffing & Recruitment: Lead the interviewing, hiring, and onboarding process for RNs and Cardiovascular Technicians.

Performance Management: Conduct annual performance evaluations, manage labor relations, and facilitate conflict resolution within the team.

Professional Development: Oversee the clinical competency and continuing education of staff, ensuring all certifications (ACLS, IABP, etc.) are current.

Budgeting: Manage the department's annual operating budget, focusing on cost-containment and resource allocation.

Inventory Control: Partner with vendors to manage high-cost specialty supplies, including stents, catheters, and implantable devices.

Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Chief of Cardiology to evaluate and implement new technologies and clinical protocols.

4. Quality & Regulatory Compliance

Compliance: Ensure the department remains in "survey-ready" status for the New Jersey Department of Health (DOH) and The Joint Commission (TJC).

Data Metrics: Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), such as patient satisfaction scores and clinical outcome data for the National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR).

Qualifications & Requirements

Licensure: Current, valid New Jersey Registered Nurse (RN) license.

Education: BSN required (Bachelor of Science in Nursing). An MSN or Master’s in Healthcare Administration is a plus.

Experience:

Minimum of 3–5 years of clinical experience in a Cath Lab, ICU, or high-acuity Critical Care setting.

At least 2 years of leadership experience (e.g., Charge Nurse, Supervisor, or Managerial role).

Certifications: * Required: BLS and ACLS.

Preferred: CCRN (Critical Care)

Skills: Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR), strong financial literacy, and advanced interpersonal communication.