Join Cleveland Clinic’s Heart, Vascular & Thoracic Institute and become part of one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. This institute cares for patients with a variety of heart, vascular and thoracic diseases and provides the highest level of patient care, innovative treatments and a welcoming environment to all .
These 24-bed Cardiovascular Telemetry Units specialize in post-open heart, surgical, and ventricular assist device patients. The units are fast-paced and provide excellent opportunities in nursing growth and development with the ability to care for patients
undergoing innovative procedures. Patient population includes post heart surgery patients such as:
• Coronary artery bypass surgery
• Minimally invasive and robotic heart surgery
• Ventricular assist devices
• Valve replacement or repair
• Other procedures, such as maze procedure, endarterectomy, aneurysm repair
A caregiver in this position works nights, from 7:00 p m – 7:30 a m.
A caregiver who excels in this role will:
Provide or assist with patient care under the supervision of an RN , such as checking vital sign s and weight, assisting patients with personal care, point of care testing, dressing changes, applying external monitoring devices and removing urinary Foley catheter s .
Minimum qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include:
Preferred qualifications for the ideal future caregiver include: