RN Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program Manager

Cleveland Clinic; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 84,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program Manager at Cleveland Clinic will lead performance improvement initiatives across inpatient and outpatient VAD programs, coordinating multidisciplinary teams and overseeing quality improvements.

Ideal candidates are experienced nurses with strong coordination skills and a focus on regulatory readiness and certification processes for VAD services.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• 3+ years in advanced heart failure therapies.
• Experience managing patients with ventricular assist devices (VADs).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement performance improvement plans for VAD programs.
• Coordinate efforts across a multidisciplinary team.
• Oversee VAD training, education, and quality improvement.
• Support Joint Commission certification of VAD programs.
• Maintain limited VAD patient care schedule to identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings and prepare documentation.
• Prepare for Joint Commission VAD Program site visit inspections.
• Educate continuum of care providers on regulatory recommendations and standards of care.
• Collect, collate, interpret, and present data on performance measures.
• Ensure VAD resource binders for patients and families are updated.

Skills

Advanced heart failure therapies

VAD patient coordination

Team leadership

Education

BSN

Job description

About This Role

The RN Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) Program Manager at Cleveland Clinic will develop and implement performance improvement plans for inpatient and outpatient VAD programs. This role is ideal for experienced nurses who excel in coordinating multidisciplinary teams and overseeing quality improvement initiatives.

Highlights

• Pay: $84,200 - $128,413/year
• Location: Cleveland, OH
• Facility: Cleveland Clinic Main Campus
• Department/Unit: Main Campus Hospital
• Schedule: Full-time, Day shift

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement performance improvement plans for VAD programs.
• Coordinate efforts across a multidisciplinary team.
• Oversee VAD training, education, and quality improvement.
• Support Joint Commission certification of VAD programs.
• Maintain limited VAD patient care schedule to identify performance improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary team meetings and prepare documentation.
• Prepare for Joint Commission VAD Program site visit inspections.
• Educate continuum of care providers on regulatory recommendations and standards of care.
• Collect, collate, interpret, and present data on performance measures.
• Ensure VAD resource binders for patients and families are updated.

Requirements

Education:

• BSN required

Experience:

• 3+ years in advanced heart failure therapies
• Experience managing patients with ventricular assist devices (VADs)

Licenses & Certifications:

• Current RN License in Ohio and Florida

About Cleveland Clinic

Cleveland Clinic is a leading healthcare provider committed to delivering exceptional patient care. They are known for their advanced research and technology, providing a supportive environment for caregivers and patients alike.