The Structural Heart Coordinator is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.
Schedule:Full Time
Shift: Shift
Level: 6+ years of experience
Success Profile Find out what it takes to succeed as a Structural Heart Coordinator:
Collaborative
Time Efficient
Organized
Critical Thinker
Attention to Detail
Compassionate
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Job Details
Facility: 55 Whitcher Street
Job Summary:
The Structural Heart Coordinator functions under the direction of the Structural Heart Practice Manager. Participates in the clinical management of patients with aortic valve disease through the continuum of care in collaboration with the providers. Coordinates the clinical evaluation of potential TAVR candidates. A strong clinical background dealing with structural heart anomalies and treatments of valvular heart disease is essential. Participates extensively in the clinical management of patients referred to and treated through the Structural Heart Clinic. Provides ongoing education and support for the patient/caregiver through the entire process from referral to intervention to post-procedure care. Serves as a clinical expert and consultant to nursing, and team members at WellStar Health System. Ensures compliance with state, federal, and organizational guidelines, as well as facilitates fulfillment of registry guidelines. Performs other related duties as required.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
Clinical Expectations - Complete clinical evaluation of potential candidates for TAVR. - Coordinate multi-disciplinary evaluation for patients who are potential TAVR candidates. - Ensure proper and complete scheduling of patient's diagnostic testing following protocols established with medical directors. - Facilitate weekly TAVR team meetings and communicate treatment decisions with patients in a timely manner. Provide patient and family education - Provide patient education on diagnostic scheduling and procedures. - Serve as a resource for patients and families throughout the entire process from referral to intervention to post-procedure follow-up. - Serve as patient contact for any clinical issues, questions or concerns. - Working with the Program Manager, ensure appropriate clinical protocols, practices, procedures and policies are in place for patient safety and quality. Reporting and Data Management - Documents appropriate information in patient's medical record. - Work closely with Cardiac Outcomes/TVT Registry Coordinator. - Assists cardiac outcomes staff in ensuring the highest level of compliance with TVT Registry requirements. Program Metrics and Quality - Maintain referral workqueue for scheduling of referrals to Structural Heart Clinic. - Ensures complete and accurate entry of patient information into ValveTraq for all Structural Heart patients to maintain a robust tracking and data collection system. - Pull weekly echo reports and screen echo data to ensure adherence to ACC guidelines for the management of patients with valvular heart disease. - Ensure all diagnostic testing and procedures are captured in ValveTraq in order to facilitate patient treatment decisions, calculate metrics and extract halo effect information.
Required Minimum Education:
Graduate from an accredited school of nursing Required and Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred or Associate's Degree Nursing Required and Bachelor's Degree within 1 year of hire Required
Minimum 3 years clinical experience in the management of cardiac patients Required
Required Minimum Skills:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to organize and lead meetings as well as present in groups. Strong ability to work independently, delegate, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment. Clinical expertise and judgment in the management and treatment of structural heart conditions.
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