Short, factual answers to common questions about Jaleh “Jaye” Saghafi, BSN, RN, PSC. Each answer links to a page with more detail.
Who is Jaleh Saghafi?
Jaleh “Jaye” Saghafi is a cardiovascular registered nurse and clinical educator based in Amherst, Ohio. Her career spans three decades in cardiovascular intensive care, transplant, trauma and surgical ICU, emergency, perioperative and infusion settings. Read her biography.
Does Jaleh Saghafi go by another name?
Yes. Many colleagues know her as “Jaye,” so you may see her listed as Jaleh Saghafi or Jaye Saghafi. Both names refer to the same person.
Where is Jaleh Saghafi based?
She lives in Amherst, Ohio, and has worked in hospitals and clinics across Northeast Ohio, including Cleveland, Sandusky, Elyria, Avon and Oberlin. See where she has worked.
What does Jaleh Saghafi do now?
She provides specialty infusion care and clinical education at Oberlin Ketamine Clinic in Oberlin, Ohio, where she cares for about 20 patients a week under physician direction. She is also pursuing an MBA in Healthcare Administration.
What is her nursing specialty?
Cardiovascular nursing and clinical education. She built her cardiovascular expertise in the Cardiovascular ICU and transplant unit at Cleveland Clinic, where she managed intra-aortic balloon pumps (IABP) and ventricular-assist devices (VAD). More on cardiovascular nursing.
What do the letters BSN, RN and PSC stand for?
BSN is a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, which she earned at Indiana Wesleyan University. RN means Registered Nurse; her license is active. PSC is a Pharmaceutical Sales Certification. She also holds ACLS, BLS and PALS certifications. See all credentials.
What is she known for professionally?
Among other work, she led an infection-control initiative at Avon Surgery Center that raised compliance from 30% to 100% and held it there for three consecutive quarters. Read the case study.
Where did Jaleh Saghafi go to school?
She earned an Associate Degree in Nursing from Cuyahoga Community College and a BSN from Indiana Wesleyan University. She is pursuing an MBA in Healthcare Administration at Western Governors University, with completion expected in May 2027.
Does she do volunteer or community work?
Yes. In 2022 she founded a national Zoom mentoring group for young adults on the spectrum, which she still facilitates. It has a core group of about 15 active members. Learn about the group.
Does Jaleh Saghafi give medical advice on this website?
No. Articles on this site are general health education for patients and families. They are not medical advice. Always follow the guidance of your own doctor, nurse or pharmacist. Read the medical disclaimer.
How can I contact Jaleh Saghafi?
Professional inquiries are welcome by email or LinkedIn. Go to the contact page.