Registered Nurse RN MCS LVAD Coordinator
Listed on 2026-07-30
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Nursing
Cardiology, Nurse Educator
Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona
Department Name: Mechanical Circul Suppt-Hosp
Work Shift: Day
Job Category: Clinical Care
Banner Health is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) Mechanical Circulatory Support (MCS) Coordinator to join the Advanced Heart Failure team at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix. This position focuses on providing comprehensive management and coordination of care for patients requiring Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) or Total Artificial Heart (TAH) devices throughout their entire healthcare journey.
This is a day shift position working Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM with some schedule flexibility, plus 24-hour on‑call rotations (including weekend and holiday coverage).
In this position, the RN MCS Coordinator is involved in care coordination from pre‑implant evaluation through post‑operative care and long‑term follow‑up, collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team. The coordinator will serve as a vital resource and educator for patients, families, healthcare providers, and community professionals, providing both clinical and technical support. This includes pre and post‑operative patient education, staff training, and after‑hours support for patient calls.
The role also involves quality improvement initiatives, assisting with operating room preparation as needed, and coordinating readmissions for patients experiencing difficulties.
The ideal candidate will have cardiac nursing experience, with ICU experience preferred but not required. Experience with mechanical circulatory support (MCS) and/or transplant is highly desirable. This position offers a meaningful impact on patients’ lives during critical moments while working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice practitioners, nursing staff, case managers, and the broader multidisciplinary team.
Location: Banner University Medical Center-1111
E. McDowell Rd.
This position provides comprehensive management and coordination of inpatient and outpatient care for specialized patient populations, such as those requiring ventricular assist device or artificial heart. It also has accountability for coordination of activities including, but not limited to, patient education, staff education, community education, surgical coordination, and record keeping.
CORE FUNCTIONSManages individual patients across the healthcare continuum to achieve optimal clinical, financial, operational, and satisfaction outcomes. Facilitates, coordinates, and monitors pre‑implant evaluations and the care of implant candidates awaiting implantation. Collaborates effectively with the interdisciplinary team to plan and implement the patient’s treatment plan, utilizing effective oral and written communication. Participates in weekly selection and patient update conference.
Collects required clinical data and collaborates with case managers of insurance providers for approval. Interprets and administers current payor contracts to best meet the financial needs for the patient and program while maximizing facility and program reimbursement. Possesses integral knowledge of multiple patient contracts. Applies this knowledge to assure the services being furnished to the patients are in compliance with the contract stipulations, obtains appropriate implant authorizations for services rendered.
May collaborate with finance representatives regarding insurance coverage.
Establishes and promotes collaborative relationships with physicians, members of the health care team and/or third‑party payors, utilizing effective oral and written communication. Serves as a resource to healthcare providers, patients, physicians and their office staff and/or payors. Educates other health care providers on individual care policies as it pertains to service rendered. May assist with preparation and start‑up activities in the operating room as needed by the surgical team.
Provides post‑operative and/or procedural education to patients and family in collaboration with nursing staff in preparation for discharge from the hospital. Provides support and education to nursing staff and other health professionals regarding the device or…
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