Primary Heart Attack Center Coordinator

Alameda Health System; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Alameda Health System is seeking a Program Coordinator for the Wilma Chan Highland Heart Program to plan, organize, and implement patient care coordination and protocols for STEMI and ACS patients from admission to discharge.

You will ensure accreditation compliance, data management, and staff education in collaboration with Medical Director, Cardiovascular Service Line Director, and hospital leadership.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing program with Bachelor’s degree required.
• Master’s degree preferred in Nursing, Business, or Healthcare related field.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required; RN license in California.
• Minimum 3+ years experience in Cardiac Cath Lab.
• Interventional cardiology/STEMI experience preferred; 2 years in program management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards for ongoing certification of the Heart Program.
• Coordinate resources to meet accreditation requirements.
• Review policies for chest pain and Heart & Vascular patient care.
• Record, store and analyze data from cardiovascular procedures.
• Lead quality improvement and education initiatives for staff.

Skills

Nursing

Data management

Staff education

Regulatory knowledge

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Master's degree in Nursing/Healthcare related field

ACLS

BLS

Registered Nurse license (CA)

Job description

Summary

The Wilma Chan Highland Heart Program Coordinator will be responsible for the planning, organizing, development and implementation of patient care coordination and protocols within the Alameda Health System STEMI and PHAC program and will provide accreditation support and compliance with regulatory bodies and national guidelines. The coordinator will facilitate the chest pain program and other Heart & Vascular related registry/accreditation requirements in partnership with the respective Medical Director, Cardiovascular Service Line Director, and hospital administration. The coordinator is responsible for program oversight, data management, and staff education. The coordinator establishes an overall direction for related services, educational, administrative, and promotes evidence-based care for all chest pain and acute coronary syndrome patients (ACS) and other Heart & Vascular patients from admission through discharge.

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification, however, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each individual in the classification.

• In collaboration with the Medical Director of the Heart Program, Cath Lab Manager and Nursing Administration, maintains all necessary standards required for ongoing certification of the Heart Program.
• Responsible for coordinating resources and activities necessary to ensure that the Chest Pain and other Heart & Vascular programs meet all regulatory and/or accreditation requirements.
• Review policies and procedures in relation to the care of the chest pain patient and other Heart & Vascular patients.
• Assists in the identification of patient and staff education needs and works cooperatively with other hospital departments to coordinate education opportunities for CP/ACS patient care.
• Assists in the recording, storing, retrieval and analyzing data obtained during the cardiovascular procedures
• Collaborates with the Community Liaison for public education and prevention programs in the community.
• Collaborates with Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and provides feedback and follow up on patients in a timely manner.
• Participates in the Cardiology Committee of the Regional Advisory Council. (RAC).
• Promotes a good working relationship among medical, nursing, clerical, and pre-hospital personnel.
• Responsible for chart review/ data abstraction or review for CP/ACS and other Heart & Vascular patients per AHA GWTG, RAC, and accrediting body requirements.
• Maintains an updated database for performance improvement activities.
• Maintains a Performance Improvement program to obtain objective data for overall analysis of the Chest Pain and other Heart & Vascular programs in collaboration with MHHS Registry Reporting.
• Selects appropriate processes for review and initiates change processes as needed to promote adherence to current evidence-based standards of care for the Chest Pain/ACS and other Heart & Vascular patients.
• Leads and/or facilitates the Chest Pain Committee meetings monthly and other Heart & Vascular PI committees, as necessary; maintains accurate records of the Committee’s work.
• Shares with appropriate personnel and medical staff the current updated standards for CP/ACS care per the American Heart Association.
• Meets as needed with the medical staff and administrative leadership of the Chest Pain and other Heart & Vascular Programs.
• Participates in EMS Committee, EC Section, Cardiology Section, and other standing meetings, as requested.
• Prepares application documents for initial or renewed Chest Pain and other Heart & Vascular accreditations and submits interim documents as required by the accrediting body.
• Demonstrates a minimum of 8 contact hours every year in ACS or chest pain-related education.
• Maintains membership in a society focused on ACS diagnosis and treatment.
• Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the program and patient population
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Health System policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models the system’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities as well as possession of any required licenses or certifications is qualifying.

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education: Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Preferred Education: Master’s degree in Nursing, Business, or Healthcare related field

Required Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of Cardiac Catheterization Lab (Cath Lab)

Preferred Experience: Two (2) years of experience with clinical program management; recent experience with interventional cardiology/STEMI is preferred. (One year must be within the last two years preferred).

Required Licenses/Certifications: ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - issued by AHA - American Heart Association, BLS - Basic Life Support Certification - issued by AHA-American Heart Association, Registered Cardiovascular Invasive Specialist, Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of California.

The pay range for this position reflects the base pay scale for the role at Alameda Health System. Final compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, departmental equity, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and the operational needs of the organization. Alameda Health System also offers eligible positions a generous comprehensive benefits program.

$61.68/hr - $102.81/hr