Nurse Specialist
- Employer
- East Carolina University
- Location
- Greenville, NC
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- Institutional & Business Affairs, Health & Medical Services
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Brody School of Department at East Carolina University (ECU) is composed of 18 departments which function to: 1) provide health care for the citizens of eastern North Carolina; 2) educate primary care physicians to meet the health care needs of eastern North Carolina; and 3) make medical education available to minority and disadvantaged people. The Department of Cardiovascular Sciences (herein referred to as Cardiovascular Sciences or CVS) is the university’s newest department, and is a primary contributor to the School’s mission of medical education, patient care, research, and community service.
Playing an important role in the Brody School of Department’s academic group practice, the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences consists of the Department Chairman, two Medical Directors of Clinical Services, four leadership core units (Department Administrator, CVS Operations Committee/Section Chiefs, Nurse Administrator, and Vice Chairman and Director of Research), and seven clinical and educational divisions. The primary roles of education (students, residents, fellows and continuing medical education), clinical services (Structural Heart Disease, Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Primary and Secondary Prevention, and Vascular Diseases), research (clinical and basic bench research in cardiovascular clinical care, clinical trials to develop new treatments for cardiovascular disease, educational programs for local, regional, and national health care providers, and wellness and prevention programs), academic affairs/faculty development, and administration (business and clinical support services) are led by the Department Chairman and CVS Operations Committee. (Please reference organizational chart).
The clinical sections represented in Cardiovascular Diseases include: Structural Heart Disease, Electrophysiology & Arrhythmias, Heart Failure, Primary and Secondary Prevention, and Vascular Diseases. There are currently 37 MD and PhD faculty members, 15 Fellows, and 16 Physician Extenders and Cardiovascular Sciences Technicians.
A clinical, administrative, and research support staff numbering nearly 100 CSS and SPA employees provides support to the Department of Cardiovascular Sciences’ faculty and learner groups. Subspecialty fellows (fully trained internists receiving training in a clinical subspecialty within Cardiovascular Sciences and Internal Department) currently number fifteen.
The majority of the department’s educational, clinical and research activities take place within the context of the East Carolina University Brody School of Department and the University Health Systems of Eastern North Carolina-Pitt County. The central component of the medical center will be the new East Carolina Heart Institute (ECHI). Designed to be a world-class cardiovascular destination offering state-of-the-art medical technology, education, and research in one location, the East Carolina Heart Institute is composed of three main partners Vidant Medical Center, East Carolina University, and private practice practitioners. The Institute is committed to superior patient care, collaborative research, and continuous training and education. The East Carolina Heart Institute is the umbrella name for the two facilities that make up the Institute
Responsible for the overall coordination and clinical efficiency of the Division at direction of Division Chief
Oversight of OR scheduling
Oversight of Cath lab / pre-procedure unit scheduling which includes review and adjustment of schedules as needed
Review of clinic processes/ room allocation for efficient outpatient enterprise
Oversight of clinic scheduling within the division including tracking and review of all new patient appointments and triage
Primary point of contact for our Division for our office, operating room, Cath lab, pre-procedure and post-procedure units, clinic, and outreach locations.
Clinical support – provide clinical support of surgeons and APPs in the division including patient phone calls, follow up from clinics, communication with outside physicians and oversee clinical support by clinic and Division nursing staff. This position will work closely with the Nurse Manager to ensure that clinical operations have coverage on a daily basis.
Division administration
Support of division faculty in various needs to improve clinical function/productivity
Assist Division Chief with Division conference schedule, Morbidity and Mortality Conferences, and faculty and staff meetings
Represent division at multiple meetings across the Hospital and health system
Visiting Professor organization
Program Development, Quality and Process Improvement and oversight of Outreach Clinics
Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other health team members in the development and implementation of policies, procedures, standards of practice, and standards of patient care, which effect vascular surgery patient outcomes.
Evaluates outcomes of patient clinical management protocols and nursing care. Provides direct feedback to nurse managers in the system regarding clinical aspects of nursing evaluations.
Develops effective nursing staff educational programs relevant to the needs of the vascular surgery unit. Serves as the clinical expert for staff.
Identifies and evaluates quality improvement project initiatives with the Chief of Vascular Surgery and Hospital service line leaders
Development and Administration of Programs of Excellence
PAD/Limb Preservation program and VMC PAD Clinical Pathways
Aortic Center of Excellence
Dialysis access program
Division and service line QA meetings including agenda and review of data
ECU Project CORE (Creating Optimal Referral Experiences)
Epic E-Consults
Epic Enhanced referrals
Identifies quality and research initiatives related to the vascular surgery patient population. Works with peers to develop quality and research projects for Vascular Surgery and the Cardiovascular service line
Works with Division Chief / Vascular Service line director and Vidant Hospital data abstractors to maintain adequate and accurate internal clinical database as well the Vascular Quality Initiative (VQI) database (in conjunction with Vidant Medical Center VQI Lead Physician)
Outreach
Primary point of contact for outreach sites, work with Chief of Vascular to determine new outreach sites and development. Has oversight of sites and provides ongoing support and oversight of all clinical operations.
Review of schedules (clinic and vascular lab) at satellite locations.
Marketing and growth of current outreach sites as well as monitoring for productivity
CLINICAL SUPPORT POSITION – NOT SUBJECT TO STATE HUMAN RESOURCES ACT.
The ECU Brody School of Medicine is affiliated with Vidant Medical Center. Vidant Medical Center is the flagship hospital for Vidant Health and serves as the teaching hospital for the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.
Graduation from state-accredited school of registered nursing and two years of nursing experience, with at least one year in the assigned specialty area. Must have a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulationGraduation from state-accredited school of registered nursing and two years of nursing experience, with at least one year in the assigned specialty area. Must have a current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/EducationLicense or Certification required by the DepartmentMinimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited school of nursing, two years experience as a registered nurse with a minimum of one year in the specialty area.
Special Instructions to Applicant- Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
- If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
- Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full time basis.
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOEEast Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department for Disability Support Services at (252) 737-1016 (Voice/TTY).
Eligibility for EmploymentFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact InformationIf you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to employment@ecu.edu. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.
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Organization
ECU offers a challenging academic environment and an energetic campus life. We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. One of the perks of working at ECU is that you can take up to 9 credit hours of classes per year at no cost to you. There is also a textbook loan program in place available to permanent ECU staff and faculty, or their eligible dependent children or spouse. ECU also offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, and generous leave time.
Scholarship. Discovery. Service. Leadership.
Here, those values are more than just buzzwords. They indicate the wealth of opportunity that ECU students experience while engaging in the rigorous pursuit of knowledge. They define the many ways in which students innovate and forge new paths. They encompass the life lessons our students learn while serving others and improving communities. They emphasize the encouragement our students receive to stand up and lead the way into a brighter tomorrow. http://www.ecu.edu/cs-acad/admissions/whyecu.cfm
To be a national model for student success, public service and regional transformation, East Carolina University:
- Uses innovative learning strategies and delivery methods to maximize access;
- Prepares students with the knowledge, skills and values to succeed in a global, multicultural society;
- Develops tomorrow's leaders to serve and inspire positive change;
- Discovers new knowledge and innovations to support a thriving future for eastern North Carolina and beyond;
- Transforms health care, promotes wellness, and reduces health disparities; and
- Improves quality of life through cultural enrichment, academics, the arts, and athletics.
http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/chancellor/mission-and-vision.cfm
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