Director Of Intensive Care Unit

Director of Critical Care – Hendersonville, NC

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Schedule: Days, No Weekends (Administrative Hours)
Compensation: $110,000 – $140,000/year + Incentive Bonus up to 17.5%
Sign-On Bonus & Relocation Assistance: Available, case by case

Overview

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Critical Care to lead cardiovascular intensive and progressive care services at a Magnet®-designated, nationally recognized hospital. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing a 19-bed unit with 65 FTEs, including the CVICU and CVPC units . Candidates must bring extensive cardiovascular leadership experience in critical care to be considered. With competitive compensation, incentive bonuses, and relocation support, this position offers an opportunity to make a lasting impact in one of the busiest surgical hospitals in Western North Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 leadership and accountability for CVICU and CVPC operations, staff, and patient outcomes.

• Develop and execute strategic goals aligned with hospital initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory, professional, and hospital standards.

• Mentor managers and frontline staff, fostering engagement and professional growth.

• Oversee budget management, staffing resources, and capital planning.

• Integrate evidence-based practices and support research in clinical operations.

• Collaborate with physicians, anesthesia, and senior leadership to advance cardiac and critical care services.

• Lead performance improvement, patient safety, and quality programs across critical care units.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s Degree in Nursing OR BSN with MBA, MHA, or related graduate degree

• Active RN license in North Carolina or eNLC Compact state

• BLS certification

• National Nursing Leadership Certification (within 1 year of hire or by signed commitment)

• 5+ years of experience in critical care nursing

• Minimum 3 years of progressive acute care leadership experience

• Strong cardiovascular background (required)

Preferred

• MSN

• 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in an acute care hospital

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $110,000 – $140,000/year

• Incentive bonus up to 17.5%

• Sign-on bonus available (case by case)

• Relocation assistance available (case by case)

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits

• 401(k) with employer match

• Tuition reimbursement and leadership development opportunities

• Paid time off, wellness programs, and family leave

Ideal For

This role is best suited for a nurse executive with a strong cardiovascular critical care background who excels in mentoring teams, driving quality outcomes, and leading service line growth in a high-volume, high-acuity hospital environment.

Lead CVICU and CVPC services in Western North Carolina. Competitive salary, incentive bonus, and relocation support available. Cardiovascular experience required.

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