CVOR Registered Nurse (VAD Coordinator)
Ann Arbor, Michigan
University of Michigan Hospitals and Health Centers

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (CVOR)

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Serve as VAD (Ventricular Assist Device) Coordinator managing patient and caregiver education, routine and urgent telehealth care, emergency patient management via phone, clinic visits, equipment management and downloads.
• Act as equipment and alarm expert in OR and procedural settings.
• Responsibilities include:

  • Checking and maintaining VAD equipment integrity in clinic settings.
  • Troubleshooting alarms and escalating device issues as needed.
  • Educating staff, patients, and caregivers on VAD devices.
  • Triage issues from call center, emergency line, and patient portal independently.
• Approximately 80% outpatient work with some procedure area involvement.
• Devices primarily include HeartMate 3, HeartMate 2, and BrioVAD.
• Patient load: approximately 210 patients.
• Shift times: 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM or 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday.
• Typical weekly hours: 36-40 hours (4x10-hour shifts or a mix of 10- and 8-hour shifts).
• EPIC experience required.

Required Qualifications

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (CVOR)
• Experience: Minimum 3 years in specialty (screening may consider 2 years, but 3 years required).
• Certifications:

  • BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA certified, no certificates of completion accepted.
  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA certified as applicable, no certificates of completion accepted.
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) - Required only for specific pediatric units (not required for this role).
  • NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - Required as applicable.
• Licensure: Valid Registered Nurse license for Michigan.
• Additional:

  • VAD-C certification preferred but not required.
  • Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID and valid driver’s license.
• Background checks including 7-year history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG clearance.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start date, updated annually.
• Fit mask test within 1 year (N95 or equivalent).
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; if past positive, must have clear chest X-ray within 5 years and complete annual TB questionnaire.
• Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Hepatitis B, Varicella as per facility policy.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 30 days of start (instant drug screens not accepted).
• Seasonal flu vaccination required year-round with no exemptions allowed.
• Two recent professional references from managers or supervisors (charge RN references not accepted).
• Completion of facility-specific orientation paperwork within 3 weeks of start date.

Additional Notes

• Must be expert in VAD equipment and alarms, including HeartMate and BrioVAD devices.
• Ability to independently triage and manage patient and equipment issues is critical.
• Majority of work is outpatient with some procedural area involvement.
• Facility requires strict adherence to documentation and compliance policies to maintain assignment.

This position offers a specialized opportunity for experienced CVOR Registered Nurses with expertise in VAD management and strong clinical and technical skills.