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RWJBarnabas Health VAD Coordinator RN (RN) Cardiac Recovery Room Full Time Day in NEWARK, New Jersey
VAD Coordinator RN (RN) Cardiac Recovery Room Full Time DayReq #:0000164444
Category:ICU/Critical Care Nursing
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
Department:Cardiac Recovery Room
Location:
Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr, 201 LYONS AVENUE, NEWARK, NJ 07112-2027
Job Overview:
First established in 1901, Newark Beth Israel Medical Center is a 665-bed quaternary care, teaching hospital that provides comprehensive health care for the region. Staffed with more than 800 physicians, 3200 employees, and 150 volunteers, our hospital is ready to provide you and your family with the quality care you need.
At Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, we are committed to quality and excellence in patient care.
Qualifications:
Required:
BSN
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required
A minimum of 3 years experience, with at least 2 of those in cardiology with an emphasis on mechanical circulatory support
Preferred:
Knowledge of standard of care treatment for heart failure including VADs
Strong cardiac background
Heart Transplant experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Active NJ RN license or compact RN license with NJ endorsement
BLS from the American Heart Association
ACLS from the American Heart Association
Scheduling Requirements:
Day Shift, 8:30a - 4:30p (variable and not guaranteed)
Full-Time, 37.5 hours
Monday Friday, position requires on call /and weekend and holiday hours
Essential Functions:
The RN performs patient assessment, facilitates coordination of services and care, including: patient assessment, patient, family, staff and community education programs, and documentation.
Assists in the development of clinical practice guidelines, usage tracking, MCS database, new project/device implementation and participates in program related quality assurance/performance improvement activities.
Serves as the primary technical support for staff and patients requiring mechanical cardiac assist.
Performs direct patient care duties and triage patient phone calls.
Participates in intra and interdisciplinary programs and committees, attend organ selection committee meetings, quality assurance performance improvement (QAPI) review meetings, departmental education meetings, and participate in hospital education to staff as warranted, which may include annual competency training and/or initial orientation.
Edit, and maintain the electronic medical records and regulatory electronic data submission elements. Compile, calculate, and analyze statistical, medical, and operational data to report to government, regulatory, and medical organizations. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of required regulatory care plans and organ sharing forms (if indicated).
Track quality data indicators and provide-on-time monthly reporting for department QA and for Intermacs.
Collaborates with perfusionists and assistance with set up of new implants in the operating room. Assist staff during surgical cases to provide guidance and/or troubleshooting as necessary.
Maintain and deliver necessary VAD equipment to locations within the institution as needed for patient safety. Track annual preventative maintenance with Biomed ensuring accurate inventory of all devices and associated components.
Other Duties:
Provide clinical expertise to all hospital departments on the use of VADs, care of the patient and patient management. Provide day to day patient management to ensure quality care and mentor inpatient nurses in the care of this patient population. Work with nursing education to provide annual refresher education and competence. Manage patients in the outpatient setting. Work with health care providers in patients local community to recognize the device and how to provide basic support. Collaborate with research staff to ensure all protocols are followed. Work with the Administrative Director to ensure patient care and program policies meet or exceed regulatory expectations at all times
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits
Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
