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Job Summary:

Under minimal supervision, the Invasive Cardiology Nurse Coordinator is responsible for coordination and facilitation of all aspects of safe patient care delivery for patients undergoing diagnostic, interventional, and electrophysiology procedures in Invasive Cardiology Labs.

Furthermore, coordinates and solves administrative problems  on  campus (inpatient / outpatient) within the operations of Hospital Services- including but not limited to: Patient Flow, Clinical Staffing, Regulatory Issues, Disaster Response, Employee Health, Emergency Management, Descendent Affairs, Risk Management, Safety - Security/ Help Desk / Patient Representative/ Social Services/ Nutrition Service/ Physician Relations / Human Resources and Community Health Services on a shift basis for Denver Health. The professional nurse adheres to the American Nurses Association (ANA) standards of professional nursing and performance, and the ANA Code of Ethics to provide care to all healthcare consumers. Applies critical thinking, evidence-based practices, and competence to collaborate with the health care team to promote excellence in healthcare consumer safety and quality outcomes. Utilizes the Theory of Human Caring and Caritas in daily practice. "Jean Watson, PhD, RN, AHN-BC, FAAN, Founder / Director, Watson Caring Science Institute."

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with Invasive Cardiology and Anesthesia providers to support electrophysiology, diagnostic, and interventional cardiology procedures based upon patient acuity and condition in conjunction with staffing considerations for appropriate procedural scheduling in a timely and efficient manner aligned with daily productivity metrics. (20%)

• Makes decisions in collaboration with Invasive Cardiology providers and leadership to facilitate safe patient care delivery and daily operational expectations. Facilitates effective communication to ensure effective daily operations with respect to patient urgency, acuity, and staffing metrics.  (30%)

• This position requires the individual to be flexible in their work schedule including but not limited to extended shifts and on-call per operational needs. Ability to arrive in thirty (30) minutes or less for after-hours call situations. (20%)

• Verifies coordination of all scheduled preventative maintenance of Invasive Cardiology equipment with Biomed and applicable vendors to minimize disruption in daily operations. Problem solves and oversees coordination of timely evaluation for any disabled/malfunctioning equipment according to hospital policy and service contracts with Invasive Cardiology Lead Certified Tech and Electrophysiology Tech Specialist.  
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• Serves as a mentor to Invasive Cardiology staff by promoting ownership and accountability for Denver Health’s Core Values, professional standards, statues, regulatory requirements, hospital and departmental policies, and standards of care.

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• Acts as an administrative liaison for all nursing and ancillary departments regarding problem solving, conflict resolution, crisis intervention and policy interpretation to ensure smooth operation of all services daily. Takes actions and follows up with appropriate hospital administrative personnel. (10%)

Education:

• Associate's Degree required.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Work Experience:

• 3-5 years direct patient care in cardiac catheterization/electrophysiology lab experience required.

Licenses:

• ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support - AHA - American Heart Association required.

• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.

• RN-Registered Nurse - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies required.

• CCRN, CV-BC, or RCIS-preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Adherence to Standards of Professional Nursing Practice/ Process / Performance regulatory requirements and the Joint Commission Standards. (Signed ANA addendum)

• Strong understanding of the principals of customer service as it applies to patients, staff and the community

• Ability to assist in identifying ways to promote quality patient centric care and maintain Denver Health’s high level of patient satisfaction.

• Ability to work effectively in a team matrix environment. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively at all levels and in a cross functional environment.

• Ability to work closely with staff, charge nurses, clinical nurse educator(s), and Nursing Managers, physicians, executive leadership to provide care to patients with respect to their uniqueness using informed judgment, competence, individual qualifications, and collaboration with the health care team.

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of assessment findings as they relate to the disease process and continuum of care.

• Proficient in Electronic Health Record

• Proficient in use of electronic Staff Scheduling system

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance.
• Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Tuition reimbursement & assistance
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways
• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.

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About Denver Health

Take your career to the next level at Denver Health, where we offer a robust benefits package and endless opportunities for growth. Denver Health is a nationally-ranked, locally-trusted, premier healthcare institution located in the heart of Denver, Colorado.Twenty-five percent of all Denver residents, or approximately 150,000 individuals, receive their health care here. We are known as an integrated health care system that encompasses multidisciplinary academic specialties, a community health system, a level I adult trauma center, pediatric emergency and urgent care center home to Denver Public Health and many of the nation's leaders in medicine.Denver Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer At Denver Health we pride ourselves on our commitment to diversity. Equal opportunity is a fundamental principle of Denver Health. As an equal opportunity employer, Denver Health is committed to recruit, hire, promote and administer all human resource actions in a non-discriminatory manner. Denver Health is committed to providing equal opportunities in all business practices and to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetic information, religion, sex, pregnancy, disab...ility, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or veteran status (collectively “protected status”). Denver Health strives to maintain a work environment that is free from unlawful harassment and discrimination and will not tolerate any such conduct by employees or directed at employees within the scope of their employment. Read the full Human Resources Employee Principles and Practices policy.

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