Director Cardiovascular Services

Role: Director – Cardiovascular Services
Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina (Onsite)
Full Time

Work Environment

Onsite hospital-based leadership role
Collaborative environment with medical staff and executive leadership
Direct oversight of cardiovascular services, nursing, and respiratory care
Strategic and operational leadership exposure

Ideal Candidate: A strong clinical leader with cardiovascular services experience (preferably Cath Lab exposure), capable of managing departmental operations, driving quality of care, and aligning programs with hospital strategy. The ideal candidate is collaborative, operationally strong, and experienced in leading teams within an acute care setting.

The Director – Cardiovascular Services is responsible for the direction, coordination, and overall management of assigned departments to ensure high-quality patient care, operational efficiency, and alignment with the hospital's strategic goals. This role oversees nursing and respiratory care services while supporting program development and community-focused healthcare initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Leadership

Direct and coordinate daily operations of cardiovascular services and assigned departments
Ensure alignment with the hospital's Plan for the Provision of Patient Care
Oversee department performance, staffing, and operational efficiency

Clinical Quality & Standards

Implement standards for nursing and respiratory care
Evaluate quality, safety, and effectiveness of patient care delivery
Drive continuous improvement in clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction

Program Development

Lead development of new programs and services based on community needs
Support growth and expansion of cardiovascular services
Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards

Collaboration & Strategy

Work closely with physicians, medical staff, and hospital leadership
Contribute to execution of the hospital's strategic plan
Foster cross-functional collaboration across departments

Must-Have Qualifications

Bachelor's degree (required)
3–5 years of experience in an acute care hospital setting
Minimum 2 years of experience in cardiovascular services or specialty area
Strong leadership and management experience
Active RN License (or ability to obtain Multi-State RN License within 30 days)
BLS CPR certification (required within 7 days of hire)
Strong communication, operational, and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree (or willingness to pursue)
Experience in Cath Lab / Cardiovascular Services (highly preferred)
Respiratory Therapy experience (preferred)
Multi-State RN License (preferred)

Core Skills

Cardiovascular Services Leadership
Hospital Operations Management
Clinical Quality & Patient Care
Program Development & Strategy
Team Leadership & Staff Management
Collaboration with Physicians & Executives

Recruiter Submission Template –

Full Name:
Degree (Nursing / Healthcare Administration or related) with University and Completion Year:
Do you hold an active RN License? (Yes/No – State details):
Are you able to obtain Multi-State RN License within 30 days if required? (Yes/No):
BLS CPR Certification Status:
Total Years of Healthcare Experience:
Total Years of Acute Care Hospital Experience (Must-have):
Total Years of Cardiovascular Services Experience (Must-have):
Total Years of Leadership / Management Experience (Must-have):
Experience working in Cath Lab? (Yes/No – details):
Experience managing Nursing / Respiratory Care teams? (Yes/No – details):
Experience in Program Development / Service Line Expansion? (Yes/No – details):
Experience collaborating with Physicians and Hospital Leadership? (Yes/No – details):
Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local to Rock Hill, SC):
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):
Notice Period (in weeks):
Current Work Authorization Status (US):
Expected Salary:
Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite in Rock Hill, SC? (Yes/No):