Critical Care RN - Organ Recovery Coordinator - Satellite

Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 56,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Learning & Development programs

Cell phone stipend

Internet stipend

Parental Leave

Lifestyle Spending Accounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network coordinates evaluation, authorization, medical management, surgical recovery and distribution of organs for transplantation or research from deceased donors. The role requires night shifts (7PM-7AM) and collaboration with hospital teams to facilitate donation.

Candidates typically hold an associate degree in a healthcare field, with 1 year in critical care; bachelor’s preferred. Strong communication with families and internal partners is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in healthcare-related field with at least 1 year in critical care.
• Bachelor's degree preferred for consideration.
• Experience delivering critical care medicine is required.
• Ability to communicate compassionately with donor families and external partners.
• Competency with ICU/OR equipment and related software.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate potential organ and tissue donors by reviewing hospital records for eligibility.
• Document clinical information clearly and concisely.
• Coordinate medical management of deceased donors with anesthesia and surgical teams.
• Communicate donation process effectively with families and partners.
• Package and label organs for transplantation or research per policy.
• Support departmental quality assurance and training activities.

Skills

Critical care experience

Communication with donor families

Ability to coordinate teams

Adaptability to changing priorities

Proficiency with ICU/OR equipment

Basic computer skills

Education

Associate's Degree in healthcare

Bachelor's in nursing preferred

Tools

ICU/OR equipment

Job description

Coordinates the evaluation, authorization, medical management, surgical recovery and distribution of organs for transplantation or research from deceased organ donors; works with other departments and hospital or transplant teams to facilitate the recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation or research.

Compensation range for this position is commensurate with experience ranging from $41.00 - $44.00 per hour plus night shift differential.

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package.

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement up to the IRS-allowed maximum
• Personalized learning and educational development opportunities
• Monthly cell phone and internet stipends
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needs
• Support and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC)

Essential Functions

Advance Gift of Hope’s mission, vision and core values providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.

• Work 12 hour night shift (7PM-7AM)
• Demonstrate support for our mission through annual participation in a donor family event
• Conduct evaluations of potential organ and tissue donors through review of hospital records to determine medical eligibility/suitability
• Document required clinical information in a clear and concise manner
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to facilitate the donation process
• Communicate effectively with families of potential organ and tissue donors to provide information and support
• Obtain and document authorization for organ and tissue donation
• Coordinate the clinical management of deceased organ donors
• Identify, document and communicate required clinical information to associated Gift of Hope staff, transplant center staff, and administrators
• Coordinate medical management of potential donors with anesthesia staff to ensure appropriate hemodynamic status while in the OR
• Coordinate the surgical recovery and distribution of deceased donor organs for transplantation or research
• Package and label organs for transplantation or research, according to policy
• Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives, meetings, educational activities and required training as assigned
• Participate in training and mentoring new ORC staff and associated department staff as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Training Required

• Associate's Degree in healthcare related field (i.e. RN, RT, or other) with a minimum of 1 year work experience in a critical care setting. Bachelor's prepared critical care nurse preferred.
• Other candidates may be considered on an individual basis at the discretion of management, dependent on aligned job experience

Experience and Skills Required

• Experience in the delivery of critical care medicine
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with families of potential donors to present the option of organ and tissue donation
• Ability to achieve and maintain competency in clinical and technical skills required to facilitate organ and tissue donation and transplantation
• Ability to communicate the organ/tissue donation process to potential donor families and external partners
• Ability to develop and maintain proficiency with ICU/OR equipment
• Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to coordinate the activities of self and others in an environment where priorities change quickly
• Basic computer skills

Physical Demands

• Ability to work outside normal business hours
• 12-hour shifts including day shifts, night shifts, weekends and holidays as assigned; shifts extending beyond 12-hours occasionally when responsibilities warrant
• Ability to respond to dispatches in a timely manner and arrive to work sites as assigned
• Ability to move donor from cart to bed with assistance
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop and kneel to perform job functions
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. of equipment from ground level to table-top level, and to push/pull 75 lbs. on a roller cart
• Fine motor skills to perform essential clinical and technical skills required
• Ability to learn and use technology such as computers, mobile devices and medical equipment and related software for communication, documentation and clinical purposes
• Ability to see, hear, speak and communicate effectively
• Ability to use personal cell phone for business purposes

Work Environment

• Office environment
• Hospital clinical environment, including all clinical practice and patient care areas
• 12-hour on call shifts
• Access to reliable transportation to travel to multiple locations in one day within Illinois and northwest Indiana. (Must have valid driver's license and auto insurance if driving personal automobile).
• Travel by car and occasionally by plane to hospitals and other meeting locations within Gift of Hope’s service area
• Occasional travel outside the service area by car or plane to assigned conferences or meetings
• Carry a personal cell phone to be accessible outside regular business hours

This job description is intended to describe the essential job functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job. Other functions may be assigned by the supervisor and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time at its discretion.

Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on an individual’s job-related qualifications and abilities.