RN - Cardiovascular Surgery Stepdown
Quick Summary
Graduate from an accredited school of professional nursing (Diploma,
Join Cleveland Clinic’s Main Campus where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world class and caregivers are family. Here, you will work alongside a passionate and dedicated team, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.
J62 is a dynamic, 24-bed Cardiovascular Telemetry Stepdown Unit dedicated to delivering specialized care for patients recovering from advanced cardiac surgeries and complex cardiovascular conditions. Our team provides expert care for patients following coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), minimally invasive and robotic heart surgery, valve repair and replacement, ventricular assist device (VAD) implantation, total artificial heart procedures, aneurysm repair, maze procedures, and other innovative cardiac interventions. As a fast-paced, high-acuity unit, J62 offers exceptional opportunities for nurses to build clinical expertise while working with cutting-edge cardiovascular therapies and technology.
In addition to caring for post-surgical patients, J62 treats a diverse cardiac population, including individuals with heart failure, acute coronary syndromes, arrhythmias, and those requiring pacemaker or implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) procedures. As a designated unit for advanced mechanical circulatory support, J62 specializes in the management of left ventricular assist devices (LVADs) and total artificial hearts, making it an ideal environment for nurses seeking professional growth, advanced cardiovascular experience, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on patients with complex cardiac needs.
Requirements
~1 min read- Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and finger dexterity, and eye-hand coordination.
- Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
- Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
- Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
- Exposure to communicable diseases and/or body fluids.
- Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.
- Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.
The policy of Cleveland Clinic Health System and its system hospitals (Cleveland Clinic Health System) is to provide equal opportunity to all of our caregivers and applicants for employment in our drug free environment. All offers of employment are followed by testing for controlled substances.
Cleveland Clinic Health System administers an influenza prevention program. You will be required to comply with this program, which will include obtaining an influenza vaccination on an annual basis or obtaining an approved exemption.
Decisions concerning employment, transfers and promotions are made upon the basis of the best qualified candidate without regard to color, race, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, ancestry, status as a disabled or Vietnam era veteran or any other characteristic protected by law. Information provided on this application may be shared with any Cleveland Clinic Health System facility.
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Location & Eligibility
Listing Details
- First seen
- September 30, 2026
- Last seen
- October 2, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 2
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 56%
- Scored at
- October 2, 2026
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