Registered Nurse RN - Michigan Heart - TEE

Trinity Health MI; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join their team in providing exceptional cardiovascular care. This part-time position offers a flexible schedule, allowing you to work closely with patients and healthcare providers to ensure timely and effective treatment. You will play a vital role in monitoring patients with heart valve disease, coordinating their care, and providing emotional support. Join a recognized leader in healthcare and contribute to a mission that values diversity, equity, and inclusion while making a meaningful impact on patient lives.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of clinical nursing experience in cardiovascular health.
• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in nursing required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients with heart valve disease and facilitate tests.
• Coordinate care and support for patients and families.

Skills

Cardiovascular Nursing

Patient Care Coordination

Clinical Support

Database Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Database Systems

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

POSITION PURPOSE

• Registered Nurse with cardiac, procedural, surgical services, Cath lab or similar experience responsible for assisting patients, families, and providers through the continuum of care to resolution.
• Ensures the availability, access, and timeliness of services to optimize quality of care, coordination, and patient experience.
• At Michigan Heart and Vascular Institute (MHVI), our cardiologists and care teams have been caring for patients across the region for over 50 years. We are a nationally recognized leader in comprehensive cardiovascular care. Led by physicians and healthcare professionals, Michigan Heart sets the standard for excellence by providing high-quality, patient-focused care with outstanding results.
• This is a contingent / per diem position offering a flexible schedule. Shifts are scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30/4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with no weekend or holiday commitments.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Monitor and track all patients diagnosed with heart valve disease, including but not limited to:
• Maintain a list of patients for aortic balloon valvuloplasty, mitral stenosis, pre-TAVR patients, and patients with mitral clip.
• Facilitate tests for patients.
• Prepare patient records for presentation at valve clinic meetings (cath films, MRA, carotids, TEE, lab tests).
• Conduct post-procedure follow-ups.
• Familiarize with echo criteria and valve protocols; notify physicians when questions arise.

• Identify patients needing ongoing diagnostic interventions and facilitate initial and follow-up encounters in multidisciplinary clinics.
• Contribute to the development of quality programs through the Valve Clinic Advisory Committees, including tracking information, care conference presentations, outcome measures, and patient satisfaction indices.
• Coordinate information and patient transfers to other hospitals capable of performing valve procedures.
• Provide and facilitate clinical and emotional support, education, and resources to patients and families.
• Work with patients, providers, and caregivers to identify and address barriers to care (financial, transportation, language, etc.).
• Ensure timely appointments by reducing intervals between abnormal results, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Develop and maintain relationships with providers, departments, caregivers, and patients to coordinate services within and outside the organization.
• Assist patients in accessing support and follow-up services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in nursing.
• Experience: At least three years of progressive clinical nursing experience in cardiovascular health.
• Licensure: Current licensure in the State of Michigan.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to work closely with principal investigators and stakeholders to coordinate research activities.
• Knowledge of research design, statistics, regulatory, and ethical requirements (preferred).
• Basic computer skills and experience with database systems.
• Flexibility to work hours that accommodate study and patient schedules.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health, one of the largest not-for-profit Catholic healthcare systems in the nation, values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our workforce reflects a range of lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents, enabling us to provide accessible and equitable care. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, considering all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses.