Registered Nurse -Implant Coordinator

Job TitleImplant Coordinator Registered NurseJob DescriptionThe Implant Coordinator Registered Nurse provides specialized oversight and coordination of the facility's implant and tissue management program. Major duties include, but are not limited to:Provides competent, evidence-based direct and indirect nursing care related to implants and tissue processes, ensuring timely response to patient and provider needs.Manages the full lifecycle of implant and tissue inventory, including ordering, tracking, stocking, storage, rotation, reconciliation, and documentation. Ensures compliance with VA and VHA policies regarding implant and tissue management.Establishes and maintains manual or automated tracking systems for biological implants from vendor/distributor through implantation, and ensures staff receive required system training.Coordinates implant management activities with Supply Chain Management (SCM), Prosthetic and Sensory Aids Service (PSAS), Sterile Processing Service (SPS), Contracting Officers (COs), and clinical services.Ensures accurate and timely entry of biological and non-biological implants into the electronic health record (EHR).Reconciles used implants with VA-owned inventory and vendor consignment stock to maintain adequate inventory levels.Coordinates consults, replacement of used stock, and payment or procurement actions with all applicable services.Assists clinical services in developing consignment agreement requirements and monitors consigned inventory for issues such as expirations or insufficient supply.Tracks and monitors PSAS consults to ensure timely procurement, replacement, and billing for implants.Provides specialized nursing care in pre-operative, intra-operative, post-operative, and critical care settings as needed.Demonstrates critical thinking, prioritization, and evidence-based decision-making in all aspects of care and implant coordination.Shares knowledge and educational findings to support colleagues and promote safe, high-quality patient care.VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary, regular salary increases, potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Work Schedule: 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday to Friday, Work schedule is subject to change based on agency needs. Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not authorized Preferred Experience BSN or MSN 3-5 Years Experience : Invasive Procedures