Location & Practice Overview

The Assistant Nurse Manager position is based in the Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, Illinois. This hospital-based department provides specialized inpatient care for patients with complex cardiovascular conditions requiring intensive monitoring and treatment. The role supports clinical and operational activities within the hospital’s cardiovascular service line.

Facility HSHS St. John’s Hospital
Department Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)
Practice Type Hospital-based nursing leadership
Care Setting Inpatient cardiovascular critical care
Location Springfield, Illinois

Responsibilities

  • Oversee patient-care activities and the day-to-day functioning of the assigned CVICU nursing unit.
  • Function as charge nurse on designated 12-hour shifts, directing clinical priorities and staff assignments.
  • Supervise nursing personnel and support personnel processes that include hiring, transfers, performance evaluation, and recognition.
  • Establish, implement, and refine unit workflows, procedures, and protocols in alignment with nursing leadership direction.
  • Prepare operational reports and participate in departmental performance-improvement activities.
  • Coordinate communication among nursing staff and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.

The position interweaves direct clinical leadership on the unit with dedicated administrative responsibilities that sustain consistent operations and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Registered Nurse license and meet the minimum acute-care nursing experience requirement. A BSN and previous nursing leadership experience are preferred qualifications for this position.

Education
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing accepted for licensure in the state of practice
Licensure
Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois
Required Experience
Minimum of two years as a staff Registered Nurse in an acute-care setting
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required depending on departmental needs
Preferred Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Preferred Experience
Two years in a Charge Nurse, Lead Nurse, or comparable leadership role

Compensation & Benefits

The published hourly range is $41.58–$62.37. Final offer is determined by experience, skills, certifications, and education. Colleagues scheduled for at least 32 hours per pay period qualify for the full HSHS benefits package.

  • Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage
  • Paid Time Off that combines vacation, sick, and personal leave
  • Retirement plan with employer contributions
  • Educational assistance up to $5,250 annually plus tuition discounts at selected colleges
  • Employer-paid life insurance together with short-term and long-term disability coverage
  • Adoption assistance (up to $7,500), flexible spending accounts, Employee Assistance Program, wellness incentives, identity-theft protection, and colleague discount programs

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time, 40 hours per week
Shift Night-shift designation
Clinical Days Two 12-hour shifts serving as charge nurse in the CVICU
Administrative Days Two 8-hour administrative days with flexible scheduling
Work Location On-site at HSHS St. John’s Hospital

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The CVICU cares for patients with acute cardiovascular conditions who require intensive monitoring, specialized nursing assessment, and hospital-based critical care. The clinical environment also supports patients recovering from cardiovascular procedures and surgery.

Patient Focus Adults requiring specialized cardiovascular intensive care
Acuity Level High-acuity critical care
Clinical Context Acute cardiovascular conditions and post-procedural recovery
Care Environment Inpatient Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit

Clinical Focus & Key Services

The CVICU forms part of a comprehensive cardiovascular service network that delivers diagnostic, interventional, surgical, and rehabilitative care.

Primary Focus Cardiovascular intensive-care nursing
Diagnostic & Interventional Cardiac catheterization, coronary interventions, and vascular procedures
Surgical Services Heart-valve procedures and cardiovascular surgery
Continuum of Care Cardiac rhythm monitoring and cardiac rehabilitation

Role Highlights

This Assistant Nurse Manager position combines frontline CVICU clinical leadership with dedicated administrative responsibilities, offering a structured role within HSHS St. John’s Hospital’s cardiovascular critical-care department. The position provides direct involvement in unit coordination, nursing staff oversight, and operational improvement while maintaining regular clinical engagement.

  • Combination of two 12-hour CVICU charge nurse shifts and two 8-hour administrative days per week
  • Clinical leadership responsibilities within a specialized cardiovascular intensive care department
  • Direct participation in nursing staff coordination, personnel management, and unit-level operational decisions
  • Opportunity to contribute to departmental workflows, nursing protocols, and performance improvement initiatives
  • Work within HSHS St. John’s Hospital’s recently renovated and expanded ICU and CVICU environment

About Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)

Hospital Sisters Health System is a nonprofit Catholic healthcare organization whose roots trace to 1875, when the Hospital Sisters of St. Francis began caring for patients in Springfield. The system was formally incorporated in 1978 and today operates 13 hospitals plus an extensive network of community clinics across Illinois and Wisconsin. HSHS St. John’s Hospital remains the flagship facility and is home to the Prairie Heart Institute.

Organization Type Nonprofit Catholic health system
Founding 1875 (Hospital Sisters of St. Francis); system incorporated 1978
Geographic Reach 13 hospitals in Illinois and Wisconsin
Flagship Campus HSHS St. John’s Hospital, Springfield
Cardiovascular Presence Prairie Heart Institute and regional heart-care network

Frequently Asked Questions

How are the clinical and administrative portions of the week divided?
Each 40-hour week includes two 12-hour shifts as charge nurse in the CVICU and two 8-hour administrative days. The administrative days allow flexible scheduling.
Is previous charge or leadership experience mandatory?
Two years of acute-care RN experience is required. Two years in a Charge Nurse, Lead Nurse, or related leadership role is preferred but not required.
What recent facility improvements affect the CVICU?
HSHS St. John’s Hospital completed a multi-year renovation and expansion of its ICU and CVICU spaces, adding patient rooms, modernizing clinical areas, and improving staff workflows.
Does the Assistant Nurse Manager participate in hiring and performance management?
Yes. The role assists with personnel processes that include hiring, transfers, performance management, and staff recognition under the direction of nursing leadership.
Which certifications are required beyond the RN license?
Basic Life Support (BLS) is required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required according to departmental needs.
Who is eligible for the full HSHS benefits package?
Colleagues budgeted to work at least 32 hours per pay period are eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, educational assistance, and the other listed benefits.

Assistant Nurse Manager – CVICU in Springfield, IL

The Assistant Nurse Manager – CVICU position at HSHS St. John’s Hospital in Springfield, IL is based within a specialized cardiovascular intensive care department connected to a comprehensive hospital-based heart care program. The clinical environment serves patients requiring advanced monitoring and treatment for acute cardiovascular conditions, including those receiving care following cardiac and vascular procedures. The CVICU operates within a broader service network that encompasses cardiac catheterization, coronary interventions, cardiovascular surgery, and cardiac rehabilitation. This Springfield nursing leadership opportunity is particularly distinguished by its combination of direct unit-level clinical oversight and administrative involvement within a dedicated cardiovascular critical-care setting at one of HSHS’s flagship hospital facilities.

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