Heart Failure Unit RN - Open-Heart/LVAD

ChristianaCare; Childs (MD); On-site; USD 58,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Retirement plan (403(b) + company)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Care@Work backup care benefits

Job summary

ChristianaCare's Heart Failure Unit in Newark, DE seeks a Registered Nurse to provide high-acuity cardiac care on a 36-bed unit, including post‑operative open‑heart/LVAD patients. The role involves continuous hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, central venous catheters, medication administration and patient education.

This full‑time position offers a rotating schedule (days and nights), 72 hours per pay, weekends/holidays as required, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical,

Qualifications

• BSN preferred; commitment to obtaining BSN within three years of hire date.
• At least one year of RN experience required; stepdown/CCU/critical care experience preferred.
• BLS required; ACLS preferred; DE licensure or eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to high-acuity cardiac patients.
• Perform advanced assessment and continuous hemodynamic monitoring.
• Administer medications and educate patients and families.
• Early detection of changes in patient condition and timely escalation.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Cardiac care experience

Education

BSN preferred

Delaware RN licensure or eligibility

Job description

ChristianaCare's Heart Failure Unit in Newark, DE seeks a Registered Nurse to provide high-acuity cardiac care on a 36-bed unit, including post‑operative open‑heart/LVAD patients. The role involves continuous hemodynamic monitoring, chest tubes, central venous catheters, medication administration and patient education.

This full‑time position offers a rotating schedule (days and nights), 72 hours per pay, weekends/holidays as required, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical,