Team Leader - Cardiac Reconditioning

Baton Rouge General Medical Center; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Leadership development

PTO & flexible roles

Fit program

Job summary

Baton Rouge General Medical Center is seeking an experienced Team Leader for the Cardiac Reconditioning team to drive clinical and operational excellence. You will oversee daily unit operations, lead a skilled nursing team, and coordinate with interdisciplinary partners to achieve high-quality patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes leadership, safety, regulatory compliance, and staff development within a respected hospital setting in Baton Rouge.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience with team development in a clinical setting.
• Cardiac nursing experience required to lead specialized unit.
• BSN preferred; unit training within 6 months and national certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of the assigned nursing unit(s).
• Ensure safe, high-quality patient-focused care through leadership and operations.
• Monitor staffing levels, patient acuity, and census for resource allocation.
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and experience.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor departmental metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Cardiac nursing

Operations management

Staffing

Quality initiatives

Communication

Coaching

Conflict resolution

Regulatory knowledge

Safety culture

Accountability

Collaboration

Education

BSN preferred

Unit-specific training within 6 months

National certification preferred

Job description

Lead with Heart. Inspire Excellence. Transform Cardiac Care.

What We're Looking For

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Team Leader for our Cardiac Reconditioning team. The ideal candidate is a strong clinical leader who excels at developing teams, driving quality outcomes, and creating an exceptional patient and employee experience.

• Demonstrated leadership and team development skills
• Strong cardiac nursing experience required
• Ability to manage operations, staffing, quality initiatives, and patient care outcomes
• Excellent communication, coaching, and conflict‑resolution skills
• Knowledge of accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and nursing best practices
• Commitment to fostering a culture of safety, accountability, and collaboration

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At Baton Rouge General, our patients aren't the only people we take care of; we take care of our team too. We are proud to offer our employees the benefits and resources they need to be their best selves at work and at home.

• A comprehensive benefits program for you and your family
• Professional development and leadership support
• Various employee perks including generous paid time off, flexible positions, and our Baton Rouge General Fit! program
• We are a nationally and locally recognized leader in quality and ranked one of the best healthcare employers in the state
• Check out our employee perks here!

What You Will Do

As a Team Leader, you will provide operational, clinical, and leadership oversight for the department ensuring the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while supporting the strategic goals of Baton Rouge General.

• Lead the day-to-day operations of assigned nursing unit(s)
• Ensure safe, high-quality, patient-focused care through effective leadership and operational excellence
• Monitor staffing levels, patient acuity, and census to ensure appropriate resource allocation
• Partner with interdisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes and enhance the patient experience
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and monitor performance metrics to support departmental goals
• Develop and maintain a culture of accountability, engagement, teamwork, and professional growth
• Respond to and resolve patient care, employee, and operational concerns in a timely and effective manner
• Support regulatory compliance, accreditation standards, and organizational policies and procedures
• Promote patient and employee safety through adherence to established best practices and quality standards

What Sets BRG Apart

At Baton Rouge General, we are a community of compassionate, caring individuals who set the bar when it comes to healthcare excellence. Our mission is to preserve and restore health, one person at a time. From clinical to non-clinical, what you do here matters.

With over 600 licensed beds across three campuses, Baton Rouge General offers the full spectrum of care from delivering newborns to providing end-of-life support through hospice. Our cardiac services team is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes while advancing innovative patient care practices throughout our organization.

Experience Requirements

• Prior supervisory experience preferred
• Cardiac nursing experience required

Education Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Unit-specific training requirements completed within six (6) months of hire
• National certification in specialty area strongly preferred

Special Skills, Licensure & Knowledge Requirements

• Current Louisiana Registered Nurse License required
• Strong leadership, organizational, and performance management skills
• Ability to prioritize, delegate, and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Ability to remain calm and effective during emergency situations
• Knowledge of nursing operations, regulatory standards, and accreditation requirements
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Safety & Compliance Expectations

• Maintains knowledge of and adherence to all applicable HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality requirements
• Complies with all organizational safety, infection prevention, and regulatory standards
• Promotes a culture of patient safety, employee safety, and continuous quality improvement
• Ensures compliance with departmental and organizational policies, procedures, and standards of care