RN Coordinator – Pediatric VAD Program (Day Shift)

Cincinnati Children's Office of Academic Affairs and Career Development; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 82,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking an RN Coordinator for the Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program in the Heart Institute. This role focuses on clinical expertise and care coordination for pediatric patients requiring mechanical circulatory support, bridging to transplantation or recovery.

The position offers a full-time schedule (40 hours/week, days), with the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in Ohio (or eligible).
• BSN required or obtained within organizational guidelines.
• Minimum of five years of recent pediatric cardiac, critical care, or related nursing experience.
• Strong assessment, communication, organization, and care coordination skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive care for pediatric VAD patients across inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Serve as primary nursing contact for patients, families, and referring providers.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, surgeons, and multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans.
• Coordinate admissions, procedures, follow-ups, diagnostics, and transitions of care.
• Provide patient/family education on VAD management, medications, and home care.

Skills

Pediatric cardiac care

Care coordination

Strong communication

Clinical nursing expertise

Education

BSN

RN license

Job description

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking an RN Coordinator for the Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program in the Heart Institute. This role focuses on clinical expertise and care coordination for pediatric patients requiring mechanical circulatory support, bridging to transplantation or recovery.

The position offers a full-time schedule (40 hours/week, days), with the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team of physicians, nurses, and allied health professionals to