Registered Nurse RN - Advanced Heart Failure & LVAD Coordinator -Transplant Coordinator
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $43.30 - $64.95
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Job Description
Advocate Health is a prominent nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, formed through the strategic merger of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. As the third-largest entity of its kind nationally, this health system operates under various well-recognized names including Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health across the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health prides itself on delivering innovative clinical care and outstanding health outcomes while enhancing consumer experiences and advancing value-based care models. The system serves nearly 6 million patients, supports numerous clinical trials and... Show More
Job Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Nursing
- registered nurse license issued by the state in which the team member practices
- Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) certification issued by the American Board of Transplant Certification (ABTC) to be obtained within 2 years
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader determined not required
- typically requires 5 years of experience in cardiovascular and/or clinical practice background at MCPDM level V or equivalent including cardiac transplant, end stage cardiac disease, and/or end-stage liver or renal disease
- strong interpersonal and communication skills
- proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) or similar products
- ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks, set appropriate priorities, and accomplish assignments thoroughly and timely
Job Qualifications
- Associate's Degree in Nursing
- registered nurse license issued by the state
- Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) certification from the American Board of Transplant Certification to be obtained within 2 years
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association within 6 months unless exempted
- typically 5 years of experience in cardiovascular and/or clinical practice at MCPDM level V or equivalent including cardiac transplant, end-stage cardiac, liver or renal disease experience
- strong interpersonal and communication skills
- proficient in Microsoft Office or similar computer applications
- ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively
Job Duties
- Collaborates with surgeons, nephrologists, hepatologists, transplant cardiologists and/or pulmonologists, and the Transplant Selection Committee to arrange the evaluation of transplant candidates
- coordinates diagnostic testing, identifies clinical issues, and analyzes pertinent data
- provides education and counseling to patients and families
- identifies and addresses potential barriers to postoperative treatment compliance and recovery
- responsible for discharge planning and securing patient consents
- assists physicians during clinic visits and arranges diagnostic testing and consultation
- communicates with physicians, transplant recipients, home care agencies, and insurance companies regarding patient condition and needs
- follows protocols for immunosuppression monitoring and seeks physician assistance as needed
- monitors progress of patients and collaborates with other team members to ensure continuity of care
- works collaboratively with scheduling staff to ensure timely transplant evaluations and testing
- assists surgeons with evaluation of candidates for mechanical circulatory support device assistance as needed
- maintains and ensures data integrity of electronic transplant medical records database
- submits data to transplant registries required
- maintains accountability for clinical documentation required by regulatory agencies
- may work as a physician liaison to create new relationships, plan outreach activities, and coordinate physician education events
- recruits volunteers for fundraising and programmatic activities and coordinates volunteer schedules
- demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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