RN Nurse Coordinator, Cardiology Clinic at Oregon Health & Science University in Portland, Oregon

Job Description:

Oregon Health & Science University

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.


RN Nurse Coordinator, Cardiology Clinic

US-OR-Portland

Job ID: 2025-33543
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Nursing-RN
Portland, OR (South West)

Overview

The OHSU Complex Valve Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the comprehensive specialized care for patients with advanced cardiac valvular disease in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. These patients are candidates for percutaneous valve intervention however may ultimately undergo this procedure, an open valve replacement or opt for a treatment regimen that optimizes medical management. In this position, the Coordinator will collaborate in the development, implementation and maintenance of all aspects of care for patients undergoing a percutaneous valve procedure in collaborations with the multi-disciplinary care team.

 

The Complex Valve Coordinator will utilize discretion and independent judgment to facilitate seamless care from referral to follow-up for patients who are candidates for percutaneous valve intervention. The Coordinator will apply the nursing process to the provision of care for this subset of patients; and together with the interdisciplinary team, establishes a plan of care that starts at initial interventional evaluation and follows the continuum of care, including pre-procedure, post-procedure and continued follow-up post valve implant.

 

The Coordinator will work with the patient and family to provide teaching, education and support throughout the valve replacement process. Additionally, the Coordinator supports the Complex Valve Program's internal staff education/competency plan and serves as a resource to all nursing departments for the care of this patient population. The Complex Valve Coordinator supports professional knowledge and healthcare management through effective interactions and communications with clinicians, healthcare administrators, community agencies and other professionals.

Responsibilities

• BSN or higher degree in nursing.
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience with emphasis on inpatient hospital cardiovascular patient care and/or procedural care.
• Proficiency in rhythm interpretation.
• Must possess the intellectual capacity to independently address a variety of patient care needs.  Requires the ability to consistently exercise discretion and multi-faceted critical thinking decision making - usually without the resources of a supervisor or manager. 
• Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Must be experienced in Mircosoft Office applications and utilization of an electronic health record. 
• Ability to triage and prioritize patient care issues using critical thinking skill
• Registered Nurse in the State of Oregon
• Registered Nurse in the State of Washington.
• BLS and Advanced Life Support Certifications.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

PI265936340

Salary:

$52.00

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