Director Cardiac Procedural Services

Director Of Cardiac Surgery (CVOR) And Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab)

The Director of Cardiac Surgery (CVOR) and Catheterization Laboratory (Cath Lab) oversees and supports the direct operation of Driscoll Children's Hospital vision of excellent and integrated patient care delivery; designs processes for service delivery; engenders and participates in collaborative multidisciplinary decision making; ensures compliance with established standards; and contributes to creating an environment that fosters patient advocacy, competence, and accountability for patient outcomes.

Clinical Leadership & Quality

Ensures clinical practice standards, protocols, and evidence-based guidelines are followed in both CVOR and cath lab for pediatric cardiac cases

Oversees quality metrics tracking (surgical site infections, case delays, complication rates, mortality/morbidity review participation)

Leads or participates in multidisciplinary case reviews (surgeons, cardiologists, perfusionists, anesthesiologists)

Ensures compliance with regulatory/accreditation standards (Joint Commission, state health department, specialty accreditation bodies)

Champions patient/family-centered care practices appropriate to pediatric population

Staff Management & Development

Recruits, hires, and retains specialized pediatric CVOR/cath lab staff (RNs, surgical techs, cath lab techs)

Oversees competency validation and ongoing training specific to pediatric cardiac procedures (congenital anomalies, smaller anatomy, weight-based protocols)

Manages staffing models, call schedules, and coverage for both units

Conducts performance evaluations and supports professional development/certification pathways

Promotes an environment of accountability for meeting service line objectives and commitments

Prevents and manages conflict effectively by providing constructive resolution in a timely manner

Operational & Program Management

Maintains utmost level of confidentiality and adheres to hospital policies and procedures

Assumes 24/7 accountability for the CVOR and Cath Lab service line

Coordinates block scheduling and case flow between CVOR and cath lab to optimize throughput

Incorporates patient and physician needs and concerns into decision-making and organizational action

Manages capital and operational budgets for both units, including equipment and supplies

Oversees procurement, maintenance, and adequate supply chain levels of specialized pediatric cardiac equipment, devices, and supplies

Ensures appropriate in-service training and education with staff and physicians on new equipment and supplies

Develops, plans, and implements service line goals and ensure alignment with Heart Center Strategy

Program Development & Strategy

Partners with physician leadership on service line growth, including new program development

Supports tracking volume trends, referral patterns, and market data to inform strategic planning

Supports data gathering and reporting for feasibility studies or new program proposals

Interdisciplinary Coordination

Serves as liaison between CVOR/cath lab and other departments (CICU, cardiology, anesthesia, perfusion, social work)

Collaborate with hospital administration on capacity planning

Coordinates project management team when the heart center pursues additional service lines

Engage with Heart Center Leadership and assume other duties as assigned

Education and/or Experience: BSN Required Minimum five years' experience as RN

Minimum 1-5 years' leadership experience Maintains CEUs for RN licensure

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations. Must maintain Registered Nurse Licensure Must maintain current CPR, ACLS, and PALS National certification in specialty must be attempted within four years of hire