Registered Nurse; RN Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator - Heart Transplant Clinic

Overview

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. 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.

• 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.

Education

• Required – Registered Nurse Diploma
• Preferred – Bachelor's degree in Nursing

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 Registered 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
• Preferred – Certification in clinical specialty area

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

(KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of required job information.
• Proficient with Windows-style applications, keyboard, and various software programs relevant to the 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.

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects and occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluids and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area and may be exposed to communicable diseases.

Because the incumbent works within a healthcare setting, there may be occupational risk for exposure to hazardous medications or hazardous waste in the environment through various processes.

Are you ready to make a difference? Apply today.

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