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Director Nursing Cardiac ICU
Company : Catholic Health Initiatives
Location : Kearney, NE, 68847
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : 54.5-81.07 HOUR
Date Posted : 3 January 2026
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Director of Nursing maintains direct operational responsibility for specific departments and programs on an assigned campus: additional direct management and/or consultative responsibilities may be assigned as appropriate to carry out the objectives of the Operations of the specific campus. The incumbent also maintains a matrix management responsibility for all nursing care areas located at his/her assigned hospital regardless of reporting structure and a matrix line to the Division CNO. In addition, the incumbent works collaboratively with medical staff, ancillary services, community leaders and agencies. A key role of this position is to build strong relationships with physicians and employees for CHI Health and to achieve/improve patient experience, and staff engagement.
- Maintains management responsibility for all nursing care areas located at his/her assigned hospital regardless of reporting structure. Ensure compliance with regulatory, licensure, and accreditation requirements ensuring that staff are appropriately licensed/certified and taking corrective action for non-compliance as needed.
- Develops, maintains, and evaluates patient/resident/client and staff data collection systems and processes to support the practice of nursing and delivery of patient care.
- Develops, maintains, and evaluates organizational planning systems to facilitate the delivery of nursing care, attainment of outcomes, and execution of strategic plans. Monitors the quality and effectiveness of nursing practice and nursing services administration, making necessary adjustments to achieve consistent performance.
- Leads change activities in accordance with CommonSpirit change models.
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
- Master's Degree must be obtained within 2 years
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in the discipline
Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan, you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service. Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility.
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Frequently asked questions
Strong communication, strategic decision-making, and the ability to foster multidisciplinary collaboration stand out as vital leadership traits. For a Director Nursing Cardiac ICU, cultivating relationships with physicians and staff directly influences patient outcomes and operational success in critical care environments.
This role demands specialized expertise in cardiac critical care combined with broad oversight of ICU nursing operations. Unlike general nursing managers, it requires balancing direct patient care standards with complex interdisciplinary coordination and strategic planning specific to cardiac and critical care units.
Advancement often leads toward executive healthcare administration or chief nursing officer roles. Experience managing high-acuity cardiac ICU teams equips professionals to influence hospital-wide quality initiatives and policy development, positioning them for senior strategic leadership.
The director actively shapes nursing practices and partnerships with medical staff, fostering environments that prioritize patient-centered care. Through leadership in compliance and quality monitoring, they ensure consistent, compassionate cardiac ICU services aligned with CHI Health's standards.
Managing a regional referral center with high-acuity services like open-heart surgery and trauma care demands adaptability. Balancing matrix management responsibilities across diverse nursing areas while maintaining regulatory compliance and staff engagement is a key challenge in this dynamic setting.
Kearney's regional medical facilities, including trauma and cardiac centers, create steady demand for experienced ICU nursing leaders. The city's growing healthcare infrastructure supports leadership roles focused on advancing critical care excellence and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Kearney offers a manageable commute and a community-oriented healthcare environment where collaboration and employee engagement are valued. This local culture supports work-life balance, which can enhance job satisfaction for senior nursing leaders in critical care.
Salaries typically range from $110,000 to $140,000 annually, reflecting the advanced expertise and leadership required. Compensation packages often include benefits aligned with regional healthcare standards, rewarding the critical responsibilities of cardiac ICU nursing directors.