Nurse Manager of Stepdown

TexasNursingServices

Plano, TX, United States permanent

Posted: January 20, 2026

Job Description

Nurse Manager of Cardiac Stepdown – Plano, TX

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Days

Compensation:

• Annual Salary Range: $84,849 – $127,274 (based on experience)

• Sign-On Bonus: Available (case-by-case)

• Relocation Assistance: Available (case-by-case)

Overview

A large, high-acuity acute care hospital in Plano, Texas is seeking an experienced Nurse Manager of Cardiac Stepdown to provide 24/7 clinical and operational leadership for a specialized cardiac progressive care unit.

This role is responsible for driving excellence in patient outcomes, staff engagement, regulatory compliance, and financial performance within a complex cardiovascular care environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain 24/7 accountability for a cardiac stepdown/progressive care unit

• Lead delivery of safe, high-quality, evidence-based nursing care aligned with cardiac and PCU standards

• Develop and implement unit-based care delivery models focused on patient safety and quality outcomes

• Manage staffing, scheduling, productivity, and staff performance

• Lead recruitment, onboarding, development, and retention of nursing staff

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, infection prevention standards, and patient safety goals

• Monitor and manage operating budgets; identify opportunities for cost control without compromising care

• Utilize occurrence reporting and quality data to identify trends and implement performance improvement initiatives

• Promote professional practice, community involvement, continuing education, and nursing research

• Collaborate closely with physicians, clinical leaders, and interdisciplinary teams

Required:

• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care cardiac leadership experience

• Prior leadership experience within Magnet® or Pathways-designated facilities

• BSN required

• Active Texas RN license or compact RN license

• BLS and ACLS certifications

• National nursing specialty certification or commitment to obtain within 1 year of hire

Preferred:

• MSN or Master’s degree in a related field

• Progressive leadership experience in cardiac stepdown, PCU, or cardiovascular services

Scope of Responsibility

• 37-bed Cardiac Stepdown Unit

• Leadership of approximately 60 FTEs

• Reports directly to the Director of Progressive Care (PCU)

• No additional departments currently assigned

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with experience-based progression

• Sign-on and relocation assistance (as applicable)

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Paid time off and paid family leave

• Tuition assistance, student loan support, and certification reimbursement

• Employee wellness, counseling, and financial planning resources

Benefit eligibility may vary by employment status and location.

Ideal For

• Cardiac or PCU Nurse Managers seeking a high-impact leadership role

• Leaders experienced in Magnet® or Pathways environments

• Nurses passionate about cardiovascular patient outcomes and team development

Keywords / Hashtags

Nurse Manager Cardiac Stepdown, Cardiac PCU Nurse Manager, Progressive Care Nurse Leader, Cardiac Nursing Leadership, Texas RN Manager Jobs

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