Electrophysiology Coordinator, RN
Date Posted: December 18, 2023
Reports to: Director of CV Clinical Operations
Location: Mercy Hospital – MHVI (Coon Rapids, MN)
Job Status/Hours: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Position Summary:
The RN in this position is responsible for the clinical care coordination of the electrophysiology patients, primarily focusing on the ablations and lead extractions. This RN is part of a team of electrophysiologists (EP) and advanced care providers coordinating the care of electrophysiology patients and facilitating communication between patients, providers, and other ancillary departments.
MAJOR AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
- Receive and review patient referrals for appropriateness, reviewing with an electrophysiologist and EP APP as needed
- Triage acuity, determine timeline of care in collaboration with electrophysiologist
- Establish contact with patient/family and explain process and work-up
- Obtain all outside imaging and required medical records
- Have all testing available for EP consult visit
- Assist patient/family with navigation of testing and EP visits
- Participate in development of treatment plan
- Facilitate scheduling and authorization of procedures
- Contact the patient 48-72 prior to procedure to provide pertinent medication instructions and verify date and time of procedure
- Contact the patient 48-72 hours post discharge and then as needed until stable
- Participate in follow-up visits and coordinate further follow-up if necessary
- Provide thorough and comprehensive patient and family education
- Coordinate concerns among multiple departments including but not limited to cath lab, EP Lab, anesthesia, CT surgery, echo, vascular, hospital units
- Initiate and coordinate education for hospital and clinic staff
- Available to patients and families through all stages of care
- Establish strong working relationship with surgeons, interventionalist, APPs, and device representatives
- Establish strong work relationships with EP lab staff, OR representative and anesthesia
- Occasionally provide cross coverage for structural heart technologies such as TAVR, Mitraclip and Watchman
Employment Selection Criteria:
- Five to seven years of RN experience required
- BSN nursing preferred
- Diplomatic personality, with strong drive to grow and own a program
- Clinical assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation skills
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- Ability to communicate respectfully and effectively with physicians, patients, staff and public
- Sound knowledge of electrophysiology procedures and diagnoses
- Ability to educate patients, families, staff, and students
- Strong ability to problem solve and multitask
- Ability to anticipate needs of patients while working closely with physicians to establish plan of care/continuum of care
- Enthusiasm for new treatment options for high-risk patients
- Demonstrated strengths in the following competencies:
- Patient Focus
- Action Oriented
- Adaptability
- Integrity and Trust
- Intellectual Horsepower
- Political Savvy
- Organizing
- Communication (written and verbal)
- Interpersonal Savvy
- Problem Solving
MHVI offers a full benefit package, including:
– Competitive pay
– Employer HSA contribution
– 401k profit sharing and ongoing contribution – no employee contribution needed
– PTO plus paid holidays
– Medical insurance, including access to free online/at-home care
If you are interested in this position, please email your resume to HumanResources@mhvi.com
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.
