Job Description
DescriptionGot a big heart and want to work with one of the best cardiovascular programs in the greater Cleveland area? Then join us at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute float pool. Harrington Heart and Vascular Institute in-patient closed unit structure creates a 90 bed staffing model consisting of 3 specialized cardiac/thoracic units: Lerner Tower 3, Lerner Tower 5, and Lerner Tower 7. All divisions are 30 bed units featuring 5 lead continuous cardiac monitoring with future expansion of 9 of these beds functioning as a Stepdown Unit. Click the links below to explore each unit.
Cardiothoracic Surgery Step Down Unit (Lerner Tower 3)
Cardiac Step Down (Lerner Tower 5)
Harrington Heart & Vascular Institute (Lerner Tower 7)
At University Hospitals, nurses have always been our front-line caregivers. Every day, they care for patients of all ages from newborns to seniors expertly blending compassion with advanced knowledge, technical skills and professional integrity.
A comprehensive benefit package awaits you when you join UH, including but not limited to:
Competitive salary
Medical/Dental/Vision
Paid time off
Flexible work schedules
Retirement and pension plan
Up to $4,000 sign on bonus for Part Time Employees
Free parking for part time and full time employees
Additional regular compensation of $4.00 for individuals hired into regular full time and part time positions.
Required For All Jobs
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
QualificationsPosition Requirements:
Thorough knowledge of nursing process and practice. Uses a wide variety of technical equipment to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies (ie. Stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers and electronic monitoring devices. Demonstrates a professional demeanor when responding to patients.
1 year of RN experience required
Education Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
Minimum of Diploma/Associate s Degree in nursing from accredited program.
License Requirements:
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License Upon Hire
Current BLS Provider Certification, issued by the American Heart Association, must be obtained during Nursing Orientation
Physical Demands
Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly