RN—Cardiovascular ICU

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 49,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus is seeking a CVICU nurse to care for critically ill cardiovascular patients on a 14-bed unit with advanced device support (ECMO, LVAD, Impella). You will work day/night 7:00am–7:30pm or 7:00pm–7:30am, with weekends and holidays required.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program, current RN license, BLS, ACLS within hire or within year, and one year of acute care experience (or military RN). A BSN is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program (Diploma, ADN or BSN).
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ACLS certification required upon hire or within first year.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to critically ill cardiovascular patients.
• Implement, monitor, evaluate and revise patient care plans.
• Monitor, record and communicate patients' conditions.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patients’ discharge needs.
• Educate patients and families.

Skills

Critical care nursing

RN licensure

BLS certification

ACLS certification

Education

Diploma/ADN/BSN nursing program

Tools

ACLS Certification

Job description

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the country. You will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

J5-5 Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU)

It is a 14-bed, high-acuity unit that cares for some of the most critically ill cardiovascular patients. This complex patient population typically requires advanced mechanical circulatory support (MCS), including extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO), left ventricular assist devices (LVAD), and Impella. Nurses on this unit are highly skilled in managing these cardiac support devices. ECMO is commonly used as a bridge to recovery, device implantation, or heart transplantation.

A caregiver in this position works day/night rotation, 7:00am—7:30pm or 7:00pm—7:30am. Weekends and holidays are required.

A caregiver who excels in this role will:

• Provide direct nursing care.
• Implement, monitor, evaluate, update and revise patient care plans.
• Monitor, record, document and communicate patients’ conditions.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patients’ discharge needs.
• Educate patients and their families.

Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing (Diploma, ADN or BSN program)
• Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross
• If in a Critical Care area an Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) through American Heart Association (AHA) Certification must be presented upon hire or within first year of employment
• One year of current acute care RN experience OR military RN experience

Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:

• Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Physical Requirements

• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
• Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Pay Range

Minimum hourly: $35.50

Maximum hourly: $55.60

The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.). The pay range does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.).