Cardiovascular Program Specialist

Job Summary and Responsibilities The Cardiovascular Program Specialist is involved in the coordination and evaluation process from candidate referral, evaluation, acceptance, procedure, and follow‑up for Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) patients, Cardiovascular surgery and other CV specialty procedure patients. The incumbent serves as a resource to staff and the multidisciplinary team and community caring for the patient. Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the care of patients with end‑stage disease and will play a role in the holistic evaluation of patients. Skills in the area of critical thinking, interpersonal communication, conflict management, problem solving, autonomy and decision‑making are highly desirable. The CV Program Specialist is also responsible for quality performance improvement of the specific CV program. Responsibilities include performing chart reviews, timely data abstraction and submission, providing various reports and data interpretation for performance indicators required by The Joint Commission, CMS and other regulatory agencies. The CV Program Specialist, in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, develops Policies and Procedures, order sets and clinical pathways to provide and improve overall quality of care and program development. On‑call nights and weekends required. Coordinates the referral process and introduction of patients for purposes of evaluation and assessment. Receives incoming referrals from physicians & hospital & responds quickly to facilitate rapid access to the system. Actions include: a. contact with referring providers; b. requests, receives & reviews of pertinent clinical records; c. coordination of record review with multi‑disciplinary team members. Works corroboratively with program Medical Director, and multi‑disciplinary team to schedule evaluation and procedure. Triages referrals according to written criteria to assure those patient’s needs are met on a priority level. Communicates back to referring physician &/or hospital the plans for acceptance into the program. Educates the patient and family regarding the referral process, steps of evaluation, & keeps patient & family informed throughout the entire process. Job Requirements Required Bachelors Of Nursing or equivalent work experience and 5 years cardiovascular experience, upon hire and Evidence in caring for acute & chronic heart & vascular patients and Registered Nurse: AZ Preferred Previous experience with VAD, ECMO Cv Surgery and Previous experience in cardiac intensive care, cath lab or CTOR Where You’ll Work Located conveniently in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center is a 571‑bed, not‑for‑profit hospital that provides a wide range of health, social and support services. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of Mercy, St. Joseph’s was the first hospital in the Phoenix area. More than 125 years later, St. Joseph’s remains dedicated to its mission of caring for the poor and underserved. We are extremely proud to be a nationally recognized center for quality quaternary care, medical education and research. St. Joseph’s includes the internationally renowned Barrow Neurological Institute, Norton Thoracic Institute, Cancer Center at St. Joseph’s, Ivy Brain Tumor Center, and St. Joseph’s Level I Trauma Center (which is verified by the American College of Surgeons). The hospital is also a respected center for high‑risk obstetrics, neuro‑rehabilitation, orthopedics, and other medical services. St. Joseph’s is considered a sought‑after destination hospital for treating the most complex cases from throughout the world. Every day, approximately 20 percent of the hospital’s patients have traveled from outside of Arizona and the United States to seek treatment at St. Joseph’s. U.S. News & World Report routinely ranks St. Joseph's among the top hospitals in the United States for neurology and neurosurgery. In addition, St. Joseph’s boasts the Creighton University School of Medicine at St. Joseph’s, and a strategic alliance with Phoenix Children’s Hospital. St. Joseph’s is consistently named an outstanding place to work and one of Arizona's healthiest employers. Come grow your career with one of Arizona's Most Admired Companies. Pay Range $45.26 - $67.32 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Dignity Health