Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a Director of Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR) for a top healthcare client in Asheville, NC.

This position leads the CVOR department, overseeing 36 FTEs across six rooms—five traditional and one hybrid—dedicated solely to cardiac surgical services. The Director is accountable for operational, financial, and clinical performance while ensuring regulatory compliance, patient safety, and exceptional outcomes. This is a high-impact leadership role focused on advancing cardiac surgical excellence within a top-performing facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all CVOR operations, programs, and performance in alignment with organizational and strategic goals.
• Develop and manage budgets, staffing, and equipment needs to ensure efficiency and fiscal responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards for cardiovascular surgical services.
• Lead initiatives that improve patient safety, reduce waste, and enhance the patient experience.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into clinical and operational processes to promote excellence.
• Mentor, coach, and develop leadership within the nursing and surgical teams.
• Foster collaboration and relationship-centered leadership across all levels of the organization.
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement in cardiac surgical operations and outcomes.

Requirements

Education

• Master’s Degree in Nursing or BSN with MBA, MHA, or related healthcare graduate degree required
• MSN preferred

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years of progressive nursing leadership required
• 5 years of leadership experience preferred
• Direct open-heart surgical services experience required

Certifications/Licenses

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• National Nursing Leadership Certification (within 1 year of hire or signed commitment)

Skills or Competencies

• Strong financial management, strategic planning, and leadership skills
• Advanced knowledge of cardiovascular surgical services and evidence-based nursing practice
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and communication abilities

Benefits

• Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.