Nurse Manager - Medical Cardiology Step Down

Mission Health; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC, seeks a Nurse Manager for the Medical Cardiology Step Down unit (40 beds, co-managed). This role leads patient care delivery, coordinates resources, and drives quality and safety in a complex cardiovascular unit.

The ideal candidate has BSN or higher, RN licensure in NC, and a proven leadership track; MSN is preferred and national certification within a year is expected. BLS certification is required.

Qualifications

• BSN or ADN with MSN considered equivalent (NC licensure required)
• Master’s Degree in Nursing preferred
• Current RN licensure in North Carolina or eligible for eNLC
• National Certification within 1 year of role acceptance (leadership or clinical)
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a designated clinical area (5 Heart, Medical Cardiology Step Down) a 40-bed unit co-managed with another manager
• Lead supervision, coordination of clinical care, and resource allocation to ensure safe, quality nursing practice
• Collaborate with nursing leadership on planning, innovations, and evaluation of initiatives
• Support staff development and mentorship, fostering a respectful learning environment
• Recruit and onboard new staff to sustain growth and Mission Health culture

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Collaboration

Staff Development

Recruitment

Education

BSN or equivalent

MSN preferred

Job description

This position is incentive eligible.

Introduction

Managers thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nation’s leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180 hospitals and about 2,000 sites of care in 21 states and the United Kingdom. We are looking for a Nurse Manager - Medical Cardiology Step Down unit for our Mission Hospital team where excellence creates excellence.

Benefits

Mission Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Job Summary And Qualifications

Responsible and accountable for daily operations of a designated clinical area - 5 Heart, Medical Cardiology Step Down unit. This is a 40-bed unit that is co-managed; each manager supports 33 FTEs. Each manager advocates and allocates resources to promote efficient, effective, safe, quality and compassionate nursing care based on current standards of practice. Integrates clinical, human resource, and financial data to support decision making. Promotes research and integrates evidence-based practice into clinical, operational, and leadership processes. Ensures compliance with regulatory and professional standards.

Essential Accountabilities

• Demonstrates leadership through supervision, facilitation, and coordination of clinical care.
• Collaborates with nursing leadership in organizational planning, innovations, and evaluation of initiatives
• Contributes to professional development of staff, students, and colleagues in an environment of mutual respect and understanding.
• Participates as a member of the team to achieve business goals.
• Demonstrates standards of a Mission Health Professional Nurse who practices according to the Mission Health Guiding Principles
• Recruits, welcomes and encourages new employees to be successful, by creating a friendly and supportive environment that promotes growth and learning in order to retain and acclimate colleagues to the Mission Health culture.

What qualifications you will need:

Required Education: BSN or equivalent (ADN with MSN, BA with MSN)

Preferred Education: Master’s Degree in Nursing.

Required License/ Certifications

• Must have and maintain current licensure as registered nurse with the North Carolina Board of Nursing. eNLC (Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact) license may apply, licensee should confirm with NCBON.
• National Certification in area of specialty within one year of accepting the role. Certification may be in leadership or area of clinical practice. Those actively pursuing degree must obtain national certification within 1 year of graduation.
• BLS Healthcare Provider

Required Experience: A minimum of five years of recent nursing experience; 2 years in relevant clinical hospital experience with demonstrated leadership skills

Preferred Experience: Previous leadership experience

Mission Hospital, a member of Mission Health, an operating division of HCA Healthcare, located in Asheville, North Carolina, serves as the regional tertiary and quaternary care center in Western North Carolina and the adjoining region. Mission Hospital is licensed for 853 beds and is the region’s only trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, Level III neonatal intensive care unit, and includes the only children’s hospital in Western North Carolina. Mission Hospital is also a Magnet designated hospital for nursing excellence.

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