Mechanical Circulatory Support Coordinator

Introduction

Heart Hospital of Austin is committed to investing in the latest technology enabling nurses to work more efficiently. Are you passionate about delivering patient-centered care? Submit your application for Mechanical Circulatory Support Coordinator position and spend more time at the bedside with the patient.

Benefits

Heart Hospital of Austin, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

The MCS and Shock Coordinator is a registered or advanced practice nurse whose primary function is to augment the capability of the MCS and Cardiogenic Shock program in effective management and delivery of quality care to patients presenting with heart failure and/or shock. This role involves 24-hour accountability for clinical practice, coordination of resources, program development, and standards compliance in a rotational on-call coverage. This role participates in delivery of patient-specific care, as directed, and fosters service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction across the market.

• Coordinate program development for MCS (Impella, RVAD, LVAD, ECMO) and Shock care
• Attend and actively participate in facility meetings.
• Navigate shock patients for care escalation, extracorporeal life support, and advanced therapies.
• Coordinate care for MCS and shock patients, both within and external referrals into St. David’s HealthCare facilities.
• Plan, coordinate, and implement device specific care for pre/post-VAD patients, in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
• Coordinate critical care transport of MCS, ECMO, and Shock patients in collaboration with patient transfer center, ambulance agencies, transport team, accepting/sending provider, and hospital leadership.
• Evaluate patients for candidacy for MCS, and track and coordinate necessary testing.
• Communicate and collaborate within the multidisciplinary MCS and Shock teams.
• Serve as a liaison for heart failure and shock patients for other care providers.
• Participate in certification and recertification of the VAD program.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory/accrediting agencies.
• Participate in ECMO/VAD/Shock data registries and data entry.
• Assist with the development of program Quality Improvement plans and activities, including maintaining databases and supporting process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare cases for conferences, discussions, and case reviews.
• Provide routine education events for staff.
• Represent Heart Failure, Shock, and MCS programs through involvement in hospital and community activities.
• Provide education to the community as needed.
• Manage equipment, supplies, and charges for MCS and shock patients, in conjunction with hospital liaisons with goals of quality and cost efficiency.
• Help in hospital daily operations by engaging in projects aligned with the hospital's mission and values.
• Assist in the preparation of the departmental budget.
• Respond to issues of harassment and discrimination.
• Maintain personal responsibility for professional growth and development.
• Ensure the provision of a safe and comforting environment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Maintain standard precautions.
• Ensure medical record documentation is timely, accurate, and complete.

Requirements

Experience

• 2 years of critical care experience in a hospital setting
• 1 year experience in management of organ failure/transplant/VAD/ECMO patients preferred

Education

• BSN Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Current State of Texas Registered Nurse (RN) license or Compact Registered Nursing License. If Compact License, Texas license must be obtained within 90 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as per St. David’s Healthcare policy
• ACLS certification as per St. David’s Healthcare policy
• NIHSS certification required as per St. David’s Healthcare policy

Heart Hospital of Austin, a proud member of St. David's HealthCare, stands as a leading 72-bed facility renowned for its exceptional performance in cardiovascular care. Specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease, the hospital provides a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department to address urgent health needs. With innovative programs like the Executive Wellness Program and the Advanced Heart Failure Program, including cutting-edge therapies such as extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) and the left ventricular assist device (LVAD), patients receive world-class treatment. Boasting six operating rooms—three of which are hybrid—alongside three catheterization labs and expert electrophysiology services, Heart Hospital of Austin is equipped to handle complex cardiovascular cases effectively. With an impressive track record as a 12-year recipient of Merative's (formerly PINC AI) 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals award and recognition from Healthgrades as Texas's No. 1 cardiac program for six consecutive years, the hospital is a beacon of excellence. Additionally, it hosts one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programs globally, solidifying its commitment to advancing heart health for patients everywhere.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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