Title: Nurse Manager – Cardiovascular Progressive Care

Compensation: $95,000 – $120,000/year (based on experience)

Schedule: Full-Time, Days (Administrative Hours, No Weekends)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina

Position Summary:

A respected hospital in North Carolina is seeking a Nurse Manager to lead its Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (40 beds, ~56 FTEs). The Nurse Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the unit, ensuring delivery of safe, high-quality, and evidence-based patient care. This leader will drive staff development, oversee operational and financial performance, and foster a collaborative, supportive environment for both patients and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership and daily operational oversight for the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit
• Ensure compliance with nursing practice standards, hospital policies, and regulatory requirements
• Promote evidence-based care and patient safety initiatives
• Collaborate with senior nursing leadership on planning, staffing, and performance improvement
• Manage budgetary, labor, and resource allocations to support unit goals
• Support professional development and mentoring of nursing staff
• Build a culture of accountability, excellence, and teamwork

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required; Master’s degree preferred
• ADN/BA with MSN accepted in lieu of BSN
• 5+ years of recent acute care nursing experience
• Minimum 2 years of leadership/management experience in an acute care setting
• Current RN license (Compact accepted)
• National certification in leadership or clinical specialty within 1 year of hire
• BLS required

Compensation & Incentives:

• Base salary range: $95,000 – $120,000 annually (based on experience)
• Sign-on bonus: Case by case
• Relocation assistance: Case by case

Benefits Include:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement & certification support
• Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage
• Employee wellness and counseling resources
• Additional voluntary benefits (pet insurance, legal services, ID theft protection, etc.)