Acute Cardiology RN: LVAD & Cardiac Therapies

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

UVA Health's 4 West Acute Cardiology unit in Charlottesville is seeking a registered nurse to care for patients transitioning from intensive cardiac environments. The role emphasizes high-acuity cardiovascular care within a Magnet-designated academic medical center.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, perform comprehensive assessments, and participate in rounds, while educating patients for long-term outcomes.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
• Licensed to Practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and continuous monitoring of complex cardiac conditions.
• Administer medications and manage advanced therapies (e.g., LVAD and prostacyclin drips).
• Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to care planning.

Skills

Comprehensive patient assessments

Cardiac monitoring

Medication administration

Interdisciplinary rounds

Patient education

Rhythm interpretation

Time management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

UVA Health's 4 West Acute Cardiology unit in Charlottesville is seeking a registered nurse to care for patients transitioning from intensive cardiac environments. The role emphasizes high-acuity cardiovascular care within a Magnet-designated academic medical center.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, perform comprehensive assessments, and participate in rounds, while educating patients for long-term outcomes.