Ambulatory ANM - Cardiac Surgery Scheduling/NPM

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Requirements

• 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

• Supervisory experience

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: 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: Supervisory experience

Skills

• Exceptional clinical judgment
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Proactive problem-solving approach

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision care plans
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Life insurance options including employer-paid life insurance and the option to purchase supplemental life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Retirement savings options including the Cleveland Clinic Investment Pension Plan and the 401(k)/403(b) Plan
• Paid time off (PTO) including vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Caregiver discounts for auto, home, and pet insurance, as well as identity theft protection
• Adoption assistance up to $5,000 per child ($10,000 maximum lifetime benefit)
• Employee Assistance Program for confidential counseling services
• Employee Hardship Fund for financial aid in case of unexpected difficulties
• Paid maternity and parental leave including up to eight weeks for maternal care and up to four weeks for parental care

Pay

Minimum Annual Salary: $78,000.00 Maximum Annual Salary: $119,392.00