Registered Nurse (RN) Ventricular Assistant Device Coordinator - Heart Transplant Clinic
About The Position
We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job is responsible for being knowledgeable and proficient in the pre-implant, post-implant, and/or inpatient mechanical circulatory support clinical practice. Acts as a patient advocate and patient educator while promoting optimum patient independence, self-care, and rehabilitation. This role is an integral member of the mechanical circulatory support/transplant team, assisting the transplant physicians by independently monitoring certain patients, managing outpatient clinics and periodically reviewing all patients with the physicians. Provides care and service to individuals of all age groups.
Requirements
- Education Required – Registered Nurse Diploma
- Work Experience Required – 3 years related experience with RN Diploma or RN Associate Degree or two years related experience with a BS Degree in Nursing
- Certifications Required – Current Registed Nurse (RN) License in the state of practice
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
- Certification in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association
- Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
- Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software program specific to role.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Reliable transportation as may be required to travel between facilities.
- Reliable contact method as may be on call 24/7.
Nice To Haves
- Preferred – Bachelors’ degree in Nursing
- Preferred – Certification in clinical specialty area
Responsibilities
- Performs pre/post implant clinical activities.
- Educates patients on procedures.
- Educates Nursing staff/colleagues.
- Participates in activities for professional growth.
- Ensures compliance and participates in quality initiatives.
- Other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
