NP - P-VAD Cardiogenic Shock Coordinator

Cardiogenic Shock And Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Device Coordinator, Nurse Practitioner

The Cardiogenic Shock and Percutaneous Ventricular Assist Device (pVAD) Coordinator, Nurse Practitioner is an expert and patient advocate in the management of patients requiring advanced heart failure therapies including percutaneous mechanical circulatory support. This position manages a group of clinically complex or resource intensive patients. Prior pVAD experience required.

Responsibilities include assessment, management and oversight of care of patients with advanced heart failure and/or cardiogenic shock; many of whom require intensive management including advanced heart failure therapies and mechanical circulatory support. This also includes prescription, initiation of, and up-titration of heart failure medications and treatments; many of which require prescription/documentation by an APN or MD, including prescribing, titrating, and close monitoring of oral anticoagulants. Additionally, the role involves screening referrals, communicating with physicians regarding new MCS patients, providing coordination of care with other disciplines, other physicians, and other programs for complex group of MCS patients, and collaborating with ICU RNs, APPs and physicians (CTICU and MICU/CCU) on care of MCS patients and troubleshooting the device.

The Nurse Practitioner demonstrates advanced assessment skills, within clinical specialty, providing evidence-based treatment interventions, to achieve positive outcomes for patients and families. They participate in the evaluation and screening of patients for ventricular support in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team. Provides psychosocial and emotional support to patient and family; manages the care of the high risk percutaneous ventricular assist device (pVAD) patient across the continuum (acute care inpatient, clinic follow ups, community setting) in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.

Clinical guidance and leadership is provided through participation and/or representation at departmental and hospital meetings, committees, councils, task forces and multidisciplinary rounds, as needed. The role also involves participating in strategic planning and development of the pVAD program and cardiogenic shock team in alignment with long term development goals of the Heart and Vascular Hospital/HMH network. Serves as a resource and support person for percutaneous ventricular assist device patients and their family members both in the acute care setting and in the community.

Coordinates the development of evidenced-based practice protocols and standards of care that include interventions and treatments to achieve desired outcomes, including clinical, financial, and patient/family satisfaction. Utilizes and disseminates relevant research findings through clinical practice, education or consultation. Participates in clinical research and publication specific to pVAD therapy. Maintains internal pVAD database which may include site entries for the cVAD Ventricular Assist Device industry based registry. Participates in research studies focused on new treatments within the pVAD therapy.

Creates/reviews Quality and Data reports for morbidity and mortality of the pVAD program including length of stay, readmission rates and causations, and adverse events rates. Monitors for device recalls pertaining to pVAD equipment and creates response plan to address improvement. Works in conjunction with facility leaders to develop program specific guidelines and reviews annually for areas of improvement. Lectures at various national and local meetings and represents HackensackUMC's percutaneous VAD program and APN model in the national HF arena. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Qualifications include a graduate of an NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing, minimum of 3 years of APN experience in Cardiology/Cardiac Surgery/Heart Failure, maintains clinical competencies through participating in continuing educational programs, strong organizational and computer skills, and completion of a Masters Program in Acute Care NP. Licenses and certifications required include current valid NJ State Professional Registered Nurse license, maintains certification as APN in New Jersey, maintains National or Board Certification as appropriate in area of specialty, completion of Abiomed training, American Heart Association Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider and Advanced Cardiac Life support certification, and collaborative agreement with physician(s) actively on staff who agree to act as the Collaborating Physician(s) of Record as per the APN Act and Regulations.

Compensation minimum rate of $133,120 annually. HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to: Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness. Experience: Years of relevant work experience. Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training. Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies. Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location. Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization. Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered. Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

Hackensack Meridian Health (HMH) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.