CLINICAL SERVICES NURSE II/III - VAD COORDINATOR

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

39d•Onsite

About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Clinical Services Nurse II/III - VAD Coordinator Job Location- Duke University Hospital Relocation Reimbursement Grant (current primary residence and relocation exceeds 50 miles from Duke University Hospital) Job Hours : Monday-Friday 9-5pm, call required Job Summary The Clinical Services Nurse (CSN) is responsible and accountable for clinical expertise for patients with heart failure treated with mechanical circulatory support devices, including Left Ventricular Assist Devices (VAD). The incumbent functions as clinician, educator, consultant and leader. Clinical judgements are based on syntheses of current research, concepts, principles, theories, and outcomes to solve complex problems. The CSN functions as an integral part of an interdisciplinary team, contributing to excellence in patient care, research, teaching, and in providing leadership in the organization.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited BSN program
Current unrestricted license issued by the NCBON. AHA ACLS and BLS required.
Minimum 2 years of applicable RN experience required with 1 year experience with patients with durable VAD
Knowledge of professional nursing theory and clinical practice standards.
Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.
Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, perform health assessments, treatment, and follow-up.
Able to use fine motor skills
Able to record activities, document assessments & interventions; prepare reports and presentations
Able to use computer and learn new software programs
Able to provide leadership in clinical area of expertise and in meeting organizational goals
Able to navigate the Hospital and DUHS to provide clinical expertise to specific patient populations
Able to withstand prolonged standing and walking with the ability to move or lift at least fifty pounds
Able to remain focused and organized

Responsibilities

Assessment of outpatient and inpatient VAD patients
Serve as a VAD resource for patients and families by providing pre-operative evaluations and counseling
Identify patient/family education needs and priorities
Coach patients and families to help them prepare for discharge from hospital after index VAD implant
Provide ongoing VAD education for patients and families
Participate in developing, implementing and evaluating patient education resources and programs
Assess learning needs of nursing staff and multidisciplinary team; plan and implement appropriate educational forums and opportunities to address critical learning needs and skills
Establish and maintain collaborative relationships within and across departments that promote patient safety, culturally competent care, and clinical excellence in the care of patients with VADs
Practices collegially with multidisciplinary team including but not limited to medical staff, advanced practice providers and other members of the healthcare team
Role model professional nursing through conduct, appearance, communication, mutual respect, leadership, ethical decision-making, critical thinking, continuous learning and problem-solving skills
Provides clinical experience in a preceptor roles for nursing students attending institutions that have contractual agreements with DUHS.
Participates in the orientation of new nursing staff and provides expert coaching and guidance through both formal and informal one-on-one teaching with nursing staff
Employs evidence-based clinical practice guidelines tailored to the individual
Integrates evidence in the management of patients, families and groups
Participate in phone triage/on call pager coverage for Duke VAD emergency pager
Provide patient follow up via faxes, phone calls, emails and electronic medical record communication
Complete paperwork for prescription prior authorizations in collaboration with physician and/or advanced practice provider
Remain up to date with clinical resources and most recent guidelines pertaining to the care of the VAD population
Collaborates in quality/performance improvement programs and projects, product evaluation, outcomes evaluation studies and/or clinical research
Assists with clinical research when appropriate