LVADs

LVAD Management

• Only accept LVAD patients who have a HeartMate II or HeartMate III device. We cannot care for any other type of device

• If the patient has a HeartWare device, recommend UCLA or Cedars-Sinai. There are som Jarved devices, placed back East, but not serviced in the area. Contact LVAD nurse if you have questions.

• Inform LVAD nurse that patient is coming (Tech will page)

• There is an LVAD order set you may use if patient requires labs.

• The ED has a notebook for you to review if you are unfamiliar with LVADs. There is also a powerpoint at the bottom of this page for assistance.