Nurse Manager I, Hospital - Cath Lab

Position Title: Nurse Manager I, Hospital - Cath Lab (Confidential Client)
Location: Happy Valley, OR | Onsite
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time

Compensation

• Salary: $157,000 - $165,000 per year

Company Overview (Confidential)

Our client is a leading integrated healthcare delivery system serving millions of members across multiple states. With a strong reputation for clinical excellence, innovation, and patient-centered care, the organization operates numerous hospitals and medical facilities. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a world-class healthcare organization committed to delivering high-quality care and advancing the nursing profession.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Nurse Manager I to lead the Catheterization Laboratory at our client's hospital in Happy Valley, OR. This leadership role offers the opportunity to manage a dynamic clinical team, optimize patient outcomes, and drive operational excellence in a high-acuity, specialized environment. The successful candidate will provide clinical oversight, staff development, and strategic leadership while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety and quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical and operational leadership to the Cath Lab nursing team
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards
• Monitor patient safety metrics, quality indicators, and clinical outcomes
• Develop, implement, and evaluate nursing protocols and best practices
• Recruit, hire, schedule, and supervise nursing and support staff
• Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development opportunities
• Manage departmental budget, staffing resources, and operational expenses
• Collaborate with physicians, cardiologists, and interdisciplinary teams
• Champion a culture of safety, quality improvement, and employee engagement
• Respond to and resolve clinical and operational issues promptly

Required Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Oregon (or ability to obtain within 90 days)
• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of progressive nursing experience in acute care, hospital setting
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience in Interventional Cardiology or Cath Lab
• Minimum 2 years of formal nursing leadership or management experience
• Strong knowledge of cardiac care protocols, equipment, and procedures
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and lead under pressure
• Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) and healthcare IT systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Nursing or Business Administration (MBA/MHA)
• Certified Nurse Manager credential (CNL or similar)
• Experience with quality improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
• Prior experience in a large, integrated healthcare system
• ACLS and BLS certifications

Must-Have Requirements

• Current, active RN license in Oregon or eligibility to obtain one immediately
• Minimum 2 years of direct Cath Lab nursing management experience
• Demonstrated clinical competency in interventional cardiology nursing
• Ability to work onsite full-time at the Happy Valley, OR location