Operating Room Nurse Manager - Cardiac Surgery​/Thoracic Transplant

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Operating Room Nurse Manager – Cardiac Surgery/Thoracic Transplant

As an Operating Room Nurse Manager specializing in Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic Transplant, you will provide 24/7 leadership and accountability for unit operations and staff performance. You will support nursing leadership in developing strategic goals aligned with the organizational mission, vision, and values. You will foster a healing environment that promotes patient and family-centered care while championing evidence-based, ethical, and compassionate practices.

• Communicate objectives clearly, build consensus, and guide the team toward achieving departmental goals.
• Create a professional workplace that encourages respect, engagement, accountability, and optimal outcomes.
• Manage staffing needs for the unit and collaborate with HR on recruitment and requirements.
• Offer guidance and direction to team members and supervisors.
• Oversee performance evaluations, promotions, compensation decisions, and corrective actions.
• Serve as a role model for clinical, educational, and leadership standards.
• Assist team members with career development planning.
• Educate staff on new and existing departmental procedures and systems, including technology and fiscal responsibilities.
• Manage the unit’s budget, monitor expenditures, and implement corrective actions for variances.
• Track and analyze performance metrics to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to established care delivery models and professional practice standards.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable regulations and organizational policies.
• Demonstrate current clinical knowledge relevant to the patient population served.
• Stay informed on healthcare legislation, standards of practice, and population health trends.
• Identify and lead initiatives to improve operations using evidence-based strategies.

• 6–8 years of Cardiac Surgery/Thoracic Transplant nursing experience and 2–5 years in a leadership or management role.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Active Registered Nurse license in New York State required.
• Minimum 2 years of Operating Room experience required.

• Relevant specialty certifications as applicable.
• CNOR certification preferred.
• Prior experience working in a non-union based position.

This is a Permanent position based out of Manhasset, NY.

The pay range for this position is $ - $/yr.

Comprehensive Medical Coverage:
Multiple plan options to fit your needs, including Value, Buy-Up, and High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions. Free or low-cost care when you use in-network (Tier
1).

• $0 copays for primary and specialist visits.
• Many services—including preventive care, maternity, lab tests, and more—are covered at 100% when you stay in-network.
• Lowest out-of-pocket costs with access to over 39,000 providers, 50 hospitals, and 150 urgent care centers.
• Earn up to $3,400 in paycheck credits annually by completing simple wellness actions.
• Expanded behavioral health options with lower deductibles.
• Increased fertility prescription allowance and comprehensive family planning resources, including adoption assistance up to $40,000.
• Affordable dental plans with coverage for preventive, restorative, and orthodontic care.
• Vision plan covers annual exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses.
• Robust retirement plans with up to 7.5% employer contributions and a competitive pension plan.
• Automatic basic life insurance (1.5x salary) and options for supplemental coverage.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to employees.
• Buy-up options for increased coverage.
• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Options for accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal, and pet insurance.
• Discounts on gym memberships, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment.
• Childcare partnerships, employee assistance programs, and citizenship assistance.

This is a fully onsite position in Manhasset, NY.

This position is anticipated to…