Nurse Manager of Stepdown

Company: Texas Nursing Services
Location: Plano
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Company 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) Job Description 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 Qualifications 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 Additional Information 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 NurseManagerJobs CardiacStepdown PCULeadership CardiacNursing TexasHealthcareJobs HospitalNursingLeadership

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