RN - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown at Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus provides expert nursing care to post-open heart, surgical, and ventricular assist device patients. This full-time, day shift role is located in Cleveland, OH, within the J53 Cardiovascular Telemetry Unit.

You will develop and update patient care plans, monitor conditions, administer medications, educate families, and coordinate safe discharges in a fast-paced environment dedicated to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing (Diploma, ADN or BSN) required.
• BSN degree preferred.
• Experience: One year of current acute care RN experience or licensed military RN experience required.
• Licenses & Certifications: Current RN licensure. BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Diploma/ADN/BSN

BSN preferred

Job description

About This Role

The RN - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown position at Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus involves providing expert nursing care to post‑open heart, surgical, and ventricular assist device patients. This role is ideal for dedicated nurses looking to grow in a fast‑paced environment while delivering compassionate support to patients and their families.

Highlights

• Pay: $35.50 - $55.60/hour
• Location: Cleveland, OH
• Facility: Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
• Department/Unit: J53 Cardiovascular Telemetry Unit
• Schedule: Full‑time, Day shift

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing (Diploma, ADN, or BSN program) required. Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
• Experience: One year of current acute care RN experience or licensed military RN experience required.
• Licenses & Certifications: Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN). Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross required.

About Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They are known for their innovative research and advanced surgical techniques, making them one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.