Cardiac Catheter Lab, Livingston, NJ, Cardiovasc Quality Coordinator (RN), Full-Time, DaysReq #:0000160254

Category:Nursing

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center

Department:Cardiac Catheter Lab

Location:

Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

JOB SUMMARY:

As part of this Magnet designated institution, and under the guidance of the director, you will oversee and coordinate all aspects of theElectrophysiology proceduresincluding recording systems and 3D mapping Carto ESI and ablation technologies, radiofrequency, cryoablation, etc.

Serves as a member of the Cardiovascular Service Line for Cooperman Barnabas Health Care system. In a coordinative role, he/she assumes responsibility for concurrent and retrospective data collection and analysis to identify quality assessment and resource management issues involving all disciplines. This includes, but is not limited to Cath, EP, PCI, CT Surgery and other procedures as assigned to count, collate, and report or analyze quality trends. Assists in the coordination, development and implementation of the PI Program for the Cardiac Catheterization Lab and Cardiac Surgery Program. As such, it is responsible for the timely completion and review of monthly PI projects for all assigned modalities. Coordinates Outcomes Review and department projects as assigned to meet JCAHO, ACC, STS and DOH Standards as well as system and departmental projects and initiatives. Evaluates effectiveness by assessing aggregate data and providing appropriate reports. When indicated, chair and coordinates focused on reviews based upon individual cases or trends in quality issues. Facilitates the management of information for presentation as needed. Assumes overall responsibility for preparation and coordination of outpatients undergoing invasive cardiac procedures.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years Cath Lab/Electrophysiology procedures (EP) experience

EDUCATION & REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing.

• Preferred Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing

• American Heart Association Basic Life Support(BLS) Certification upon hire

• American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification(ACLS) upon hire

• Current New Jersey RN licensure is required.

• Coordinates procedures with supporting medical device representative

• Knowledge of Pacemaker and ICD procedures, extractions

• Knowledge of Left atrial occlusion system Watchman

• Coordination for Laser lead extractions in Hybrid OR

• Responsible for training and educating new and current employees in EP,

• Maintains inventory and participates in the ordering and maintenance of lab equipment,

• Reports and acts on quality initiatives, while also collecting, reviewing, and entering data for ICD and Watchman registries,

• Will scrub, monitor, and/or circulate EP cases,

• Provides continuous communication among leadership, staff, and clinical leaders regarding patient care feedback and education for identified areas of need,

• Follows compliance with departmental policies and procedures, while assisting leadership with policies and procedures to ensure standards are met,

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift

• Full-Time

• On Call Required

Essential Functions:

• The Registered Nurse provides nursing care in the health care system within the scope of practice defined by the Nurse Practice Act and regulatory standards and assures awareness of ethical standards of practice as defined by the ANA code of ethics.

• The Registered Nurse assures safety in practice and is inclusive of the principles of evidence-based practice by maintaining a realization of their own individual level of knowledge and experience and assumes responsibility for advancing knowledge of self and others in the patient care team by communication with and utilizing resource persons and programs available.

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e., damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors.

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for knowledge of the patient population served.

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for supervising and directing the delegation of tasks to appropriate team members and collaborates with other patient care providers.

• The Registered Nurse is responsible for consistently setting and evaluating priorities through appropriate interventions with measurable outcomes toward improvement.

• The Registered Nurse is an individual practitioner and the interdisciplinary team manager, who utilizes the nursing process to integrate all aspects of the provision of care and individualizes the plan of care to address a specific patient s needs.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts through our partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered facilities, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact on local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer