Registered Nurse (RN) Acute Cardiology 4 West Nights
About The Position
4 West Acute Cardiology is a 30-bed acute care unit within UVA Health’s Heart and Vascular service line. The unit cares for patients stepping down from the Coronary Care Unit and Cardiovascular ICU, as well as patients requiring specialized cardiac therapies. The Registered Nurse provides care in a fast-paced, high-acuity setting, balancing independent practice with interdisciplinary collaboration. The unit maintains a 4:1 nurse-to-patient ratio and supports clinical learning for both new and experienced nurses. The role offers exposure to advanced cardiac therapies and specialized patient populations. Nurses may develop cardiovascular expertise and pursue career pathways into cardiac ICUs, the cath lab, and other procedural specialties. The position also offers opportunities to participate in professional governance, precept students and new graduate nurses, and contribute to quality initiatives.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing required within 5 years of hire.
- At least 1 year of relevant experience.
- Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and continuously monitor complex cardiac conditions.
- Administer medications and manage advanced therapies, including care for LVAD patients and prostacyclin drips for pulmonary hypertension.
- Participate in daily interdisciplinary rounds and contribute to clinical decision-making and care planning.
- Provide patient and discharge education to support long-term outcomes and continuity of care.
- Use time-management and rhythm-interpretation skills to prioritize care in a dynamic setting.
- Participate in the Nursing Professional Governance Organization (NPGO) and contribute to clinical practice and quality initiatives.
- Precept students and new graduate nurses.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Generous paid time off.
- Retirement savings.
- Long-term and short-term disability.
- Health Savings Plans and Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Certification and education support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
