Organ Transplant Coordinator - Recipients - F/T Days

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. is seeking a Transplant Coordinator to oversee clinical care for pre-, in-, and post-transplant patients. You will coordinate with physicians, social workers and support staff to deliver comprehensive transplant services across all phases of care.

The ideal candidate is a registered nurse with NLN/AACN accreditation, 2+ years in acute care, and transplant experience. Strong communication, multitasking and proficiency in MS Word/Excel and Google Suite are

Qualifications

• Graduate of a NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing and/or Associates Degree with a minimum of 1 year of transplant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Acute Care setting.
• Must have proven independent thinking, decision making, problem solving and prioritizing skills.
• Excellent skills to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical aspects of care for patients in pre-, in-, and post-transplant phases.
• Provide direct patient care to patients awaiting or having received a kidney, kidney/pancreas, or pancreas transplant.
• Collaborate with Lead Coordinator, physicians, social worker, financial coordinator and staff to deliver comprehensive transplant care.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Independent thinking

Decision making

Bilingual English/Spanish

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Google Suite

Education

NLN/AACN-accredited nursing program

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Associate degree with transplant experience

Master's degree in nursing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Google Suite

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Transplant Coordinator has the primary responsibility for coordinating clinical aspects of care for patients in the pre, in-patient, and post transplant phases of the transplantation process. In addition, s/he provides direct patient care to patients who are awaiting or who have received a kidney, kidney/pancreas or pancreas transplant. This position maintains all policies and procedures, and works collaboratively with the Lead Coordinator, Physicians, social worker, financial coordinator, and support staff to provide comprehensive care to the recipient.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Graduate of a NLN/AACN accredited program in nursing.
• Bachelor's degree in nursing and/or Associates Degree with a minimum of 1 year of transplant experience.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Acute Care setting.
• Must have proven independent thinking, decision making, problem solving and prioritizing skills.
• Excellent skills to communicate and interact effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent ability to multitask.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and other Office programs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Masters degree in nursing.
• 7+ years in acute care medical/surgical setting.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Previous experience working in a transplant center.
• Critical care nursing experience.
• Knowledge of Google suite platforms.
• Membership in North American Transplant Coordinators Organization.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator within 30 months of entering position.
• NJ State Professional Registered Nurse License.
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification.