If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One! We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. The Heart Transplant & VAD Coordinator works under the general supervision of the Senior Director, Inpatient Nursing and is responsible for coordinating and providing multidisciplinary inpatient and outpatient services to transplant and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) patients and families. The incumbent provides overall coordination for the multidisciplinary team involved in transplantation and VAD services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. A Brief Overview The Heart Transplant & VAD Coordinator works under the general supervision of the Senior Director, Inpatient Nursing and is responsible for coordinating and providing multidisciplinary inpatient and outpatient services to transplant and Ventricular Assist Device (VAD) patients and families. The incumbent provides overall coordination for the multidisciplinary team involved in transplantation and VAD services. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. What you will do Coordinates all phases of VAD implantation and heart transplantation Provides overall coordination for the multidisciplinary team involved in VAD implantation and heart transplantation. Assures appropriate care during and after VAD implantation and heart transplantation. Implements and directs programs directly related to VADs and Heart Transplant. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for self-development, clinical competency, and knowledge of new departments, treatments, and procedures. Education/Formal Training Requirements Required - Bachelor's Degree Nursing Preferred - Master's Degree Nursing Work Experience Requirements Required - Clinical experience or direct patient care. 3-5 years Licenses and Certifications Requirements Required - Registered Nurse Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to handle and administer narcotics as needed. Ability to read and write to communicate orally and in writing with other individuals. Supervision Provided by this Position Reports to the Senior Director, Inpatient Nursing. Physical Demands Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.Provides 24/7 coverage for VAD and heart transplant patients and services. Exposure to body fluids and to hazardous or poisonous materials. Ability to respond to emergency or critical situations. Frequent travel outside the hospital. Ability to lift, push, and pull 200 lbs. at a time and to carry 50 lbs. at a time without assistance. Ability to stand, walk, sit in one place, squat, reach, and bend while maintaining balance and coordination. Ability to use hands and feet together for repetitive, coordinated motions. Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist motion. Good hand-eye coordination. Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity. Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community. Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South. Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission. With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career. Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.

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