Program Coordinator

Job TitleHow would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.Job SummaryThe MCS (Mechanical Circulator Support) Program Coordinator will work in collaboration with the physicians to coordinate inpatient and outpatient care for patients with mechanical circulatory support. This includes but is not limited to patient education, staff education, community education, surgical coordination, clinic visits, and administrative responsibilities. The MCS Coordinator will also assure care meets all regulatory requirements and assist with program certification.Core Responsibilities and Essential FunctionsCoordination of Care: Interviews and treats inpatient and outpatient visits within the scope of practice. Coordinates pre-op testing and transportation, as necessary. Coordinates insurance appeals. Assists with the collection and submission of information to insurance companies to obtain approval of Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) devices. Coordinates for readmissions, as necessary. Acts as the first point of contact with patients for questions or concerns. Assists with dressing changes. Education: Coordinates opportunities for staff training on MCS operations, management, and troubleshooting. Provides patient and family education. Develops and revises patient educational materials. Education documents are provided and communicated with nursing staff regarding additional teaching requirements. Provides post-op education and prepares the patient for discharge. Provides and supports community health care members that will have contact with the patient, including but not limited Program Development: Promotes AU Health MCS Program to increase patient referrals. Participates in outreach meetings and community events. Develops and maintains a strong professional relationship with community physicians and nurses. Assists abstractors with the INTERMACS database. Participates in quarterly reviews and continuous quality improvement projects. Writes, updates, and maintains program policies and procedures, guidelines, and research projects. Regulatory: Ensure all program and regulatory requirements are met for the emergent and preplanned VAD insertions. Ensures program is prepared for site visits and program adheres to Joint Commission standards. Coordinates and manages committee meetings. Coordinates with teams to assure ELSO guidelines are followed. Reports out opportunities and successes. Performs other duties as assigned Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.Required Minimum EducationAssociates Nursing or Bachelors Nursing or Masters NursingRequired Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.ACLS-P - ACLS - Provisional within 180 Days or ACLS -I - ACLS - Instructor or ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life SupportBLS-I - Basic Life Support - Instructor or BLS - Basic Life SupportRN-COMPACT - RN - Multi-state Compact or RN - Reg Nurse (Single State)Additional License(s) and Certification(s)Required Minimum ExperienceMinimum 2 years experience in acute care nursing, preferably critical care or cardiology/heart failure. Required and Minimum 1 year experience in Mechanical Circulatory Support/VAD. PreferredRequired Minimum SkillsJoin us and discover the support to do more meaningful work—and enjoy a more rewarding life. Connect with the most integrated health system in Georgia, and start a future that gives you more.