VAD Program Lead - Cardiac Care & Device Expert

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine's Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the VAD Program as a VAD Coordinator. The role focuses on care coordination for patients with mechanical circulatory support devices and leading education for staff, patients, and families.

The position requires PA RN license, a BSN, and 3+ years of nursing experience, with 5+ years in cardiac surgery/cardiology ICU preferred. On-call with weekend/holiday travel may apply.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania RN License required at time of hire.
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and 3+ years of relevant nursing experience required.
• 5+ years Cardiac Surgery/Cardiology Intermediate Care or ICU experience preferred.
• 3+ years experience with mechanical circulatory support devices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Care coordination of patients across the mechanical circulatory support continuum.
• Education and support for patients, families, and staff regarding VAD care.
• Technical troubleshooting for VAD devices and staff education.
• Maintain program quality and comply with Joint Commission standards.
• Participate in research initiatives and clinical trial enrollment.

Skills

PA RN license

Cardiac ICU experience

VAD knowledge

Nursing competencies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Penn Medicine's Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the VAD Program as a VAD Coordinator. The role focuses on care coordination for patients with mechanical circulatory support devices and leading education for staff, patients, and families.

The position requires PA RN license, a BSN, and 3+ years of nursing experience, with 5+ years in cardiac surgery/cardiology ICU preferred. On-call with weekend/holiday travel may apply.