MCS QI Coordinator RN - Nursing Admin 1.0 FTE Day PSVMC

Providence • Portland, OR

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About The Position

Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) & Quality Improvement (QI) Coordinator Registered Nurse (RN) at at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center. This is a Full-Time (1.0 FTE), Day Shift position, from Monday to Friday 700-330. The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) & Quality Improvement (QI) Coordinator Registered Nurse (RN) works in conjunction with the Cardiovascular Services Nursing Director and CICU Medical Director to provide clinical oversight and nursing education at Providence St. Vincent Medical Center. They foster an environment of learning, open communication, research and team collaboration for patients requiring MCS (e.g., Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), and Impella devices). The MCS & Quality Improvement Coordinator RN develops, provides and manages initial and ongoing education related to MCS devices, ECMO Specialist and RN's. The MCS & QI Coordinator RN performs activities in QI program management, including administration and continuous process improvement, driving clinical quality improvement activities. The role also includes competency management and tracking, as well as data tracking to monitor program performance. Additionally, the MCS & Quality Coordinator monitors safety events related to ECMO to identify trends and tailor education needs accordingly. Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St Vincent Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree: Nursing degree required upon hire.
• Upon hire: Oregon Registered Nurse License.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• 3 years acute critical care experience working with the patient population similar to department of hire.
• 1 year ECMO experience.
• 1 year IABP and Impella device experience.

Nice To Haves

• Upon hire: National Certification in area of specialty is preferred, unless otherwise indicated.
• ECMO specialist certification.

Responsibilities

• provide clinical oversight
• provide nursing education
• foster an environment of learning, open communication, research and team collaboration for patients requiring MCS (e.g., Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump (IABP), and Impella devices)
• develops, provides and manages initial and ongoing education related to MCS devices, ECMO Specialist and RN's
• performs activities in QI program management, including administration and continuous process improvement, driving clinical quality improvement activities
• competency management and tracking
• data tracking to monitor program performance
• monitors safety events related to ECMO to identify trends and tailor education needs accordingly

Benefits

• Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
• We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees