Nurse Navigator RN - LVAD Coordinator
Company: Centennial Heart
Location: Franklin
Posted on: March 4, 2026
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Job Description:
Introduction Do you want to join an organization that invests in
you as a Nurse Navigator LVAD Coordinator? At Centennial Heart, you
come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in
programs to support our incredible team members over the course of
three years. Benefits Centennial Heart offers a total rewards
package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of
our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:
Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at
no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and
behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services
and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for
dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible
spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident,
critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance,
identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care
coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free
counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and
financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of
pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with
10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and
family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto
repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity
and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance
services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance
(tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent
scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work
Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term
disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health
Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to
full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more
about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by
location. You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact
on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a
difference. We are looking for a dedicated Nurse Navigator / LVAD
Coordinator like you to be a part of our team. Job Summary and
Qualifications Full time (Monday - Friday, day shift), LVAD call
rotation by schedule The Nurse Navigator / LVAD Coordinator is a
Registered Nurse RN who possesses advanced knowledge and skill in
cardiac nursing. Makes decisions of moderate difficulty. Handles
confidential information regarding patient records. Operates and
analyzes telemetry cardiac monitors, exercise equipment and patient
evaluation tools. May be required to make critical decisions
concerning the initiative of emergency medical procedures. We want
you to apply now. What you will do in this role: Assists in the
daily operations of the outpatient heart failure clinic. Documents
patient treatment regularly and accurately according to
departmental policy. Complete clinical evaluation of potential
candidates for ventricular assist device intervention. Initiates
advanced cardiac life support measures according to SAMC protocols
in the event of a cardiac emergency. Participate in weekly
selection committee meetings and monthly steering committee
meetings Provides appropriate education to all patients.
Demonstrates effective communication and organizational skills, and
evidence of professional development. Familiar with current
standards of practice and clinical and inpatient protocols.
Performs miscellaneous job duties as assigned in the absence of the
nurse manager or supervisor. Maintains a flexible working schedule
to allow for clinic coverage. Provide preoperative patient and
family education for device candidates. Collaborate with Patient
Financial Representatives about insurance coverage for the device
prior to surgery. Collect data required by the hospital, the FDA,
and other regulatory bodies related to implanted devices and submit
to the appropriate agency(ies). Provide post-operative education to
patient and family in collaboration with nursing staff in
preparation for discharge from the hospital (when possible based on
device implanted). Provide support and education to nursing staff
and other health professionals regarding the device, its
implications for the patient, and how to troubleshoot alerts and
alarms. Provide clinical support to patients leaving the unit for
tests and procedures. Verify patient knowledge base prior to
discharge from hospital. Serve as resource person to patients after
discharge for clinical and technical support. Provide support and
education to community health care professionals who will have
contact with the patient. Interview and treat patients during
clinic appointments within scope of practice. Assist in development
and integration of new and existing practices into the VAD Program
Policy and Procedure Manual. Assist with maintenance of adequate
supplies for patients on device and for potential implants.
Actively participate in local and national meetings to exchange
knowledge and information in the area of cardiac surgery including
cardiac assist devices. Perform other related duties as assigned.
What Qualifications you will need: EDUCATION: Graduate of an
approved school for registered nurses and current state required
license to practice nursing. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
certification preferred. Certification as a heart failure nurse
preferred (CHFN) EXPERIENCE: Minimal three years' experience as a
RN with 1-2 years' experience working with cardiac patients,
preferably on a telemetry unit or coronary care unit required. Must
have been directly involved in education and care of patients with
coronary heart disease, including heart failure. Previous LVAD
experience preferred. CERTIFICATION/LICENSE: Current Registered
Nurse license to practice nursing in the State of employment BLS
required ACLS preferred per policy Physician Services Group is
skilled in physician employment, practice and urgent care
operations. We are experts in hospitalist integration, and graduate
medical education. We lead more than 1,300 physician practices and
170 urgent care centers. We are HCA Healthcare’s graduate medical
education leader. We provide direction for over 260 exceptional
resident and fellowship programs. We focus on carrying out
value-added solutions. These solutions help physicians deliver
patient-centered healthcare. We support HCA Healthcare's commitment
to the care and improvement of human life. HCA Healthcare has been
recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the
Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA
Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery
of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated
expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated
professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing
applications for our Nurse Navigator opening. Qualified candidates
will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join
our community of caring! We are an equal opportunity employer. We
do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national
origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran
status, or disability status. PSG-AFHP
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