Join Hartford Hospital as a VAD Nurse Coordinator, where you will play a crucial role in patient care and education for VAD patients. Be part of a multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellence in advanced heart failure treatment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide professional competence and autonomy in care of VAD and heart failure patients
Coordinate testing/evaluation for pre and post implant care
Perform assessments and establish individualized care plans
Develop standard operating protocols and clinical practice guidelines
Coordinate community caregiver education related to mechanical circulatory support
On-call responsibility for outpatient VAD support
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Registered Nurse with a valid CT RN license
Acute Care experience
American Heart Association BLS certification
Preferred Qualifications
MSN
1-3 years of CCU experience
VAD experience
Benefits & Perks
Competitive benefits programCareer development opportunitiesWork/life balance