Registered Nurse (RN) Heart Failure ICU

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Retirement plan

Free parking

Competitive pay + $2.75/hr premium

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking an experienced RN for the Advanced Heart Failure ICU in Cleveland. The role involves delivering comprehensive critical care to adults with heart failure, administering IV therapies, and closely monitoring hemodynamics.

Requires 1 year of RN experience, Ohio license (or multi-state), and BLS. BSN preferred; diploma/associate degree acceptable with relevant experience. Competitive pay, sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

RN with 1 year of experience required.
BSN preferred or Diploma/Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program.
Ohio RN license and/or Multi-State Compact license upon hire; current BLS certification must be obtained during orientation.

Responsibilities

Deliver advanced heart failure ICU nursing care to adult patients.
Administer intravenous inotropes, vasopressors, and diuretics as prescribed.
Monitor hemodynamics and operate monitoring equipment to guide therapy.
Ensure compliance with PHI and UH policies, maintaining patient safety and quality of care.

Skills

Nursing process

Patient assessment

Medical equipment

PHI handling

Education

BSN preferred

Diploma/Associate's degree in nursing

Tools

Electronic monitoring devices

Stethoscope

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description

About the Heart Failure ICU

The Advanced Heart Failure ICU is a 10 bed specialty care unit that cares for the adult patient population experiencing heart failure. Most of the patients have a chronic heart failure condition that are being treated with aggressive intravenous inotropes, vasopressors, and diuretics. Many of the patients in the Advanced Heart Failure ICU are hemodynamically monitored, may require mechanical ventilation, intra-aortic balloon pump therapy, ventricular assist devices, or may be waiting for a heart transplant. Learn more about our unit in the here. Advanced Heart Failure ICU

Why join University Hospitals

At University Hospitals, nurses have always been our front-line caregivers. Every day, they care for patients of all ages - from newborns to seniors - expertly blending compassion with advanced knowledge, technical skills and professional integrity.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive rate + $2.75 additional hourly pay
Up to $8,000 sign on bonus for Full Time Employees
Relocation assistance
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Flexible scheduling options
Retirement and pension plan
Free parking for part time and full time employees

Required For All Jobs

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Position Requirements:

Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice. Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (ie. Stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices. Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients.

1 year of RN experience required

Education Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.

Minimum of Diploma/Associate’s Degree in nursing from accredited program.

License Requirements:

Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License Upon Hire (Required)

Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently

Walking Frequently

Sitting Rarely

Lifting Frequently 50 lbs