Ascension

Registered Nurse Director Cardiovascular Services

Ascension • $90K — $120K *
Mequon, WI 53092In-Person
Hospitals & Medical Centers
5 - 7 years of experience
Yesterday
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Registered Nurse licensed by Wisconsin or a multi-state/Compact State
  • BLS Provider credentialed by the American Heart Association (preferred)
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or equivalent diploma required
  • Master's degree or relevant experience preferred
  • 5 years of nursing experience; 10 years preferred
  • 2 years of leadership or management experience required; 5 years preferred

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily clinical operations and resource allocation in the Cath Lab & IR
  • Shape departmental goals in line with healthcare regulations
  • Oversee patient care from assessment to care plan development
  • Drive hiring, orientation, and educational initiatives for team growth
  • Manage departmental financial health including budgeting and audits
  • Expand services through business planning and strategic growth
  • Modernize workflows to support patient volume increase

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan and life insurance
  • Pro-rated paid time off and holiday benefits
  • Career growth support through tuition reimbursement and ongoing training
  • Employee Assistance Program for emotional well-being
  • Parental leave and adoption assistance for family support
  • Optional benefits like legal and pet insurance available
Full Job Description
Your future role at a glance

Location: Mequon, WI

Facility: Columbia St. Mary's Hospital

Department: Cath Lab & IR

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
  • Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
  • Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
  • Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
  • Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
  • Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
  • Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more


How you'll make an impact in this role

  • Lead daily clinical operations and resource allocation for the nursing area, ensuring the team has what they need to deliver seamless, high-quality patient care.
  • Shape departmental goals that align with modern healthcare regulations and ethical standards, driving continuous improvement and elevating clinical excellence.
  • Oversee patient care journeys from initial assessment through care plan development, proactively managing patient feedback to guarantee an exceptional care experience.
  • Champion team growth and staffing by driving the hiring, orientation, evaluation, and continuing education initiatives that empower nurses to thrive in their careers.
  • Manage the financial health of the department by preparing budgets and guiding the team through internal and external audits to ensure sustainable, compliant operations.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
  • BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.


Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
  • Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.


Work Experience:

  • 5 years of experience required.
  • 10 years of experience preferred.
  • 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
  • 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.


Responsibilities

  • Drive the expansion of Cath Lab, IR, and outpatient procedural services through effective business planning.
  • Direct daily operations, ensuring high-quality clinical care and seamless cross-departmental collaboration.
  • Lead and mentor a team of 15-20, including hiring and training new supervisors for key areas.
  • Utilize financial acumen to manage budgets and build compelling business cases for program expansion.
  • Modernize workflows and scale infrastructure to support increasing patient volumes and operational efficiency.


Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Licensure from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing OR current home state license if considered multi-state/Compact State.
  • BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) preferred.


Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in nursing or diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
  • Master's degree or combination of Bachelor's degree and experience preferred.


Work Experience:

  • 5 years of experience required.
  • 10 years of experience preferred.
  • 2 years of leadership or management experience required.
  • 5 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

About Ascension

Ascension is a healthcare company that provides a range of services, including hospital care, primary care, and specialty care. The company operates more than 150 hospitals and 50 senior living facilities across the United States. Ascension also offers health insurance and other healthcare-related services. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Learn more about Ascension
Size
165,000 employees
Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1999
* Ladders Estimates

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