
This Registered Nurse role serves as a VAD Coordinator within the Heart and Vascular division, focusing on critical care for patients with complex cardiac conditions and mechanical circulatory support. The position involves assessing patient physical and psychosocial needs, developing individualized care plans, and coordinating treatment with the healthcare team. Key responsibilities include managing patients on ventilators and specialized devices like LVADs and ECMO, providing patient and family education, and functioning as a charge nurse or preceptor. The role is appealing due to the opportunity to work in high-acuity environments such as the Cardiac ICU and Cardiothoracic ICU, offering significant professional growth through specialized training and a collaborative culture centered on patient-centered values.





