Nurse Coordinator - Mechanical Circulatory Support

Mechanical Circulatory Support

Full Time

83486BR

Job Summary

The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) Heart & Vascular Center's Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Program seeks a full-time Nurse Coordinator to help grow our program. The UCSF team consists of highly experienced physicians, surgeons, APPs, nurses, social workers, researchers and others. Our MCS program is nationally known for cutting edge MSC support in both the outpatient and inpatient setting and offers a variety of support systems (long-term and short-term).

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Nurse Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating the care of patients in the outpatient setting and will work closely with the Advanced Heart Failure physicians, MCS APPs, case management, social workers and other multidisciplinary teams. Duties include, but not limited to, review of lab results and medications in collaboration with the APP/physician, coordinate outpatient referrals and appointments, pre-VAD outpatient workup, including diagnostic appointments, testing and procedures, and will meet with the potential VAD patient in the MCS clinic to discuss and educate the patient and family on VAD device physiology and VAD lifestyle changes.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $91.20 - $118.34 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of four (4) years clinical experience working in a critical cardiac care unit and/or intensive care unit with patients with end stage heart failure or a minimum of two (2) years working as a VAD coordinator. In depth knowledge and experience in end stage heart failure and mechanical circulatory support
• Leadership, communication, research, negotiating, time management, priority setting, and project management skills
• Data analysis and database management skills
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Five (5) years' experience as MCS/VAD nurse coordinator
• Clinical experience with ECMO and Impellas
• VAD-C Certification

License/Certification

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of California
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification
• Current American Heart Association ACLS certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009141 NURSE CRD

Job Category

Nursing - Adult Services, Nursing - Ambulatory Services/Outpatient, Other Nursing

Bargaining Unit

California Nurses Association (CNA) - Registered Nurses Unit (NX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days

Shift Length

10 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday