*Registered Nurse Coordinator (RN) - Cath Lab

Coordinates the clinical aspects of the Cardiovascular program, and guides the nursing teams that provide immediate care to Cardiovascular patients as well as coordinating referrals from physicians and health care facilities. Guides patients with cardiac and vascular DRGs through the complex care continuum. Acts as a liaison to the community for Cardiovascular care by providing and organizing education awareness, and prevention and rehabilitation services. Develops educational programs for nurses, clinical staff, physicians, and EMS. Facilitates physician collaboration and utilizes an interdisciplinary approach to Cardiovascular care to improve outcomes in a cost effective manner. Assures patients receive care that consistently follows evidence-based standards and is in accordance with defined regulatory standards. Participates in the collection and monitoring of data for quality improvement of patient care. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned

The RN Structural heart coordinator(s) in this position is responsible for the care coordination of the structural heart program as part of a team of cardiology providers, APPs, PAs and a structural program support coordinator. Responsibilities include TAVR, MitraClip, WATCHMAN and all structural heart patients, and care coordination across the market/ region.

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing from accredited college or university

PREFERRED EDUCATION: Master’s of Science in Nursing from accredited college or university

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 3 years clinical experience for patient population in specialty area

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Prior patient teaching 

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Possession of current Texas State license for Registered Nurse. 

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: Specialty Certification

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR):  Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life  Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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