Cardiac MCS Nurse Navigator & Care Coordinator

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator at Medical University of South Carolina leads coordinated, specialized care for advanced heart failure patients considered for MCS therapy and oversees postoperative and outpatient management for those with MCS devices.

This hybrid, 40-hour-per-week position reports to the MCS Program Manager and requires RN licensure, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing is required with RN licensure in SC or a compact state.
• Some positions require ANA generalist certification in a related specialty.
• Current AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate comprehensive, specialized care for advanced heart failure patients eligible for MCS therapy.
• Oversee postoperative and ongoing outpatient management of patients with MCS devices.
• Support 24/7 patient and staff coverage and promote interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Assist with data collection and research processes using current protocols.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Care coordination

24/7 coverage readiness

Data-driven care

Education

Bachelor’s degree in nursing

RN licensure (SC or compact state)

ANA generalist certification (optional)

AHA BLS certification

Job description

The Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator at Medical University of South Carolina leads coordinated, specialized care for advanced heart failure patients considered for MCS therapy and oversees postoperative and outpatient management for those with MCS devices.

This hybrid, 40-hour-per-week position reports to the MCS Program Manager and requires RN licensure, a bachelor’s degree in nursing, and BLS certification.