Acute Cardiac RN: LVAD & Advanced Therapies

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Health System's 4 West Acute Cardiology unit seeks a Registered Nurse to join a Magnet-designated, academically oriented team in Charlottesville. You will provide comprehensive cardiac care, including advanced therapies, in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, daily interdisciplinary rounds, and patient/family education.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• BSN required within 5 years of hire.
• Virginia RN licensure and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and continuous monitoring of cardiac patients.
• Administer medications and manage therapies (e.g., LVAD and prostacyclin drips).
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and care planning.
• Provide patient and discharge education to support outcomes.
• Demonstrate strong time management and rhythm interpretation in a fast-paced unit.

Skills

Patient assessment

Telemetry monitoring

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Education

BSN within 5 years of hire

Job description

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia Health System's 4 West Acute Cardiology unit seeks a Registered Nurse to join a Magnet-designated, academically oriented team in Charlottesville. You will provide comprehensive cardiac care, including advanced therapies, in a high-acuity setting.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, medication administration, daily interdisciplinary rounds, and patient/family education.