RN Cardiovascular Manager

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, VA, seeks a Cardiovascular Services supervisor to oversee staff, ensure quality patient care, and assist the Director with budgeting and long-term planning.

The ideal candidate has two years in cardiac catheterization, at least one year of supervisory experience, a Bachelor's degree, and ACLS/IABP certification. Responsibilities include scheduling, infection control, and maintaining equipment and supplies.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in all phases of cardiac catheterization is required.
• Minimum of one year supervisory/charge background is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree is required.
• ACLS and IABP certification is preferred or required.

Responsibilities

• Supervises staff nurses and techs within the department and assists the Director.
• Maintains and monitors equipment, supplies, and drug inventories.
• Schedules employees and maintains time/attendance records; participates in hiring decisions.
• Takes call as assigned and attends departmental meetings and in-services.
• Exemplifies excellent customer relations toward patients and staff; supports policy compliance.

Skills

Cardiac catheterization

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Registered Cardiovascular Specialist

ACLS and IABP certified

Job description

• Must be competent and knowledgeable in the needs and concerns of individuals in specific age groups. Must demonstrate competence in the assessment, treatment, and/or provision of care to adult and geriatric patients.
• Conducts teaching programs for personnel, patients and nursing orientees. Participates in in-service education for Nursing Service personnel.
• Supervises staff nurses and techs within the department and assists the Director in the orientation of new staff members.
• Recognizes indications and contraindications for the administration of drugs.
• Maintains and documents maintenance records for equipment including electrical checks. Monitors supply orders and maintains medical/surgical supplies and drugs for the department. Reviews quality and appropriateness of care on a routine basis.
• Assists the SLA or Director with fiscal control, budget preparation, and long and short term departmental planning.
• Responsible for proper scheduling of employees and maintains the time and attendance records. Provides input and feedback for hiring decisions, discipline, termination and evaluations.
• Takes call as assigned.
• Assumes direct contact responsibilities for the Cardiovascular Services in the absence of the SLA or Director.
• Attends and takes minutes in the departmental meetings. Attends in-services and other meetings as required.
• Exemplifies excellent customer relations toward patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; holds subordinates accountable for conformity to the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting a positive work and customer environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Must be competent and knowledgeable in the needs and concerns of individuals in specific age groups. Must demonstrate competence in the assessment, treatment, and/or provision of care to adult and geriatric patients.
• Conducts teaching programs for personnel, patients and nursing orientees. Participates in in-service education for Nursing Service personnel.
• Supervises staff nurses and techs within the department and assists the Director in the orientation of new staff members.
• Recognizes indications and contraindications for the administration of drugs.
• Maintains and documents maintenance records for equipment including electrical checks. Monitors supply orders and maintains medical/surgical supplies and drugs for the department. Reviews quality and appropriateness of care on a routine basis.
• Assists the SLA or Director with fiscal control, budget preparation, and long and short term departmental planning.
• Responsible for proper scheduling of employees and maintains the time and attendance records. Provides input and feedback for hiring decisions, discipline, termination and evaluations.
• Takes call as assigned.
• Assumes direct contact responsibilities for the Cardiovascular Services in the absence of the SLA or Director.
• Monitors departmental infection control.
• Attends and takes minutes in the departmental meetings. Attends in-services and other meetings as required.
• Exemplifies excellent customer relations toward patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers; holds subordinates accountable for conformity to the hospital's philosophy and policy for promoting a positive work and customer environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred Registered Cardiovascular Specialist (Invasive or Non-invasive), or Registered Nurse with cardiovascular invasive and non-invasive experience.

A Bachelor's Degree is required. ACLS and IABP certified.

Experience

Two years experience in all phases of cardiac catheterization is required. A minimum of one year supervisory/charge background is highly preferred. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and competence with all catheterization procedures and associated equipment.

Personal Qualifications

Must exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgement in performance of job duties. Presents self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette. Serves as a role model for staff. Must possess the ability to motivate and supervise staff in the management of the department.