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.Essential Duties and 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

Education & Experience

• 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