Mechanical Circulatory Support (LVAD Coordinator)

Job Description Summary

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator is a hybrid role that has an advanced clinical concentration and with administrative responsibilities for the Critical Care Department. Responsible for coordinating comprehensive, specialized care for advanced heart failure patients who are candidates for MCS therapy, and management of postoperative care for those implanted with MCS, as well as ongoing outpatient management of those with MCS in place. The MCS Coordinator reports to the Divisional Director of Critical Care. Under general supervision, the MCS Coordinator assists in coordinating the care of the mechanical circulatory support patients. The position ensures the achievement of optimal evidence-based patient care and departmental goals through efficient daily operations and compliance with established rules, regulations, and guidelines. The MCS Coordinator promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across the organization. The MCS Coordinator assists with providing leadership presence and patient/staff support by providing coverage 24/7, 365 days/year. The MCS clinician uses current protocols to assist in medical care of patients and assists in the research process by maintaining accurate data.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC005290 COL - CICU

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-29

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Monday-Friday Days with Weekend/Night Call

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator is a hybrid role that has an advanced clinical concentration and with administrative responsibilities for the Critical Care Department. Responsible for coordinating comprehensive, specialized care for advanced heart failure patients who are candidates for MCS therapy, and management of postoperative care for those implanted with MCS, as well as ongoing outpatient management of those with MCS in place. The MCS Coordinator reports to the Divisional Director of Critical Care. Under general supervision, the MCS Coordinator assists in coordinating the care of the mechanical circulatory support patients. The position ensures the achievement of optimal evidence-based patient care and departmental goals through efficient daily operations and compliance with established rules, regulations, and guidelines. The MCS Coordinator promotes interdisciplinary collaboration across the organization. The MCS Coordinator assists with providing leadership presence and patient/staff support by providing coverage 24/7, 365 days/year. The MCS clinician uses current protocols to assist in medical care of patients and assists in the research process by maintaining accurate data.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing and two years’ work experience as a registered nurse. Prefer a minimum of 1-year clinical work experience in managing advanced heart failure patients. RN staff hired on or after July 1, 2013, with an Associate or Diploma degree in nursing are required to initiate education for BSN within two (2) years and complete within four (4) years of hire date. Employees are required to sign an agreement regarding the education requirement. An ability to establish cooperative working relationships with diverse groups and individuals, medical staff and other health care disciplines. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with a wide range of groups and individuals. Highly developed analytic skills, interpersonal skills and organization skills. Must have emotional/mental ability to perform effectively and efficiently under pressure and during stressful or emergency situations. Must maintain the highest standard of professional conduct. Maintain confidentiality. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS (If applicable to position): Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Current BLS required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Additional Job Description

Bachelor’s degree in nursing required and three years related nursing experience. Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Some positions require certification as a generalist in a related specialty area by the American Nurses Association (ANA). Licensure as a registered nurse by the South Carolina Board of Nursing or a compact state. Some positions require certification as a generalist in a related specialty area by the American Nurses Association (ANA). Current American Hea