Cleveland Clinic – Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute 
Join one of the most advanced cardiac surgery programs in the nation and help lead a high-performing surgical team at Cleveland Clinic. 

The Assistant Nurse Manager/Nurse Practice Manager for the Cardiac Surgery Scheduling office/NPM plays a critical role in coordinating the daily scheduling of 22 cardiac ORs, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. This role oversees the daily OR schedule—verifying that all patient testing, clearances, and resources are complete to keep cases running smoothly. The ANM also fields calls related to inpatient procedures, facilitates pre-procedure nurse practitioner evaluations when needed, and collaborates closely with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing teams to anticipate and address operational needs in real time. 
 
The ideal candidate is a highly organized and experienced nurse leader who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment. This role requires exceptional clinical judgment, strong leadership and communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. The Nurse Leader will oversee the daily operations of the cardiac OR team, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety, quality care, and team collaboration. 

A caregiver in this position works full-time, 40-hour-per-week position consisting of four 10-hour shifts. Typical hours are 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with some variability based on surgical schedules and departmental needs. 

A caregiver who excels in this role will:  

• Coordinate and monitor the daily schedule for 22 cardiac operating rooms to ensure optimal efficiency and patient safety. 

• Verify all preoperative testing, documentation, and clearances are complete before procedures. 

• Collaborate with surgical, anesthesia, and nursing leadership to address staffing, workflow, and patient care needs. 

• Support nursing staff through mentorship, performance feedback, and active engagement in professional development. 

• Participate in hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations of team members. 

• Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence in patient care. 

• Oversee nursing personnel and patient care providers in the clinical setting. 

• Anticipate and resolve patient care and personnel issues. 

• In conjunction with the clinical manager, ensure maintenance of annual staff competencies and continuing education.  

• Perform duties of the RN Ambulatory as needed.  

• Collaborate with care coordinators to ensure smooth and effective transitions of care.   

• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and patient safety initiatives.    

• Assume responsibilities of the clinical manager as needed. 

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:  

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing 

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN)  

• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) 

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross  

• Two years of recent RN experience  

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: 

• Supervisory experience  

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