Coordinator-RN Heart Transplant 1

Loma Linda University Health • Loma Linda, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Coordinator-Heart Transplant 1 RN functions in collaboration with the Coordinator-Transplant Two (2) RN. Applies the nursing process based on knowledge of cardiac disease and cardiac transplantation to case manage and coordinate all aspects of the national and international cardiac transplantation process for patients of all ages. Collaborates with Coordinator- Transplant Two (2) RN and Medical Director to coordinate the transplant interdisciplinary medical care delivery system. Serves as a liaison among physicians, patients, families, procurement agencies, and payors to ensure effective utilization of resources and quality improvement. Travels extensively for organ procurement on short notice. These services may be provided for both the LLUMC and LLUCH hospitals. Performs other duties as needed.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum two years of critical care clinical experience in cardiology, cardiac surgery, or neonatology required.
• California Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications issued by the American Heart Association required.
• Able to write legibly.
• Able to speak in English with professional quality.
• Able to use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position.
• Able to trouble shoot and calibrate patient care equipment.
• Able to perform technical patient care activities.
• Able to communicate in English.
• Able to relate positively, effectively, and professionally with others.
• Able to be assertive and consistent in following and/or enforcing policies.
• Able to work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure.
• Able to lead, supervise, teach and collaborate.
• Able to accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, in person, in writing, and on the telephone.
• Able to think critically.
• Able to perform basic math functions.
• Able to manage multiple assignments effectively.
• Able to organize and prioritize workload.
• Able to work well under pressure.
• Able to problem solve.
• Able to recall information.
• Able to pay close attention to detail.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Able to distinguish colors as necessary for patient care.
• Able to hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with workplace/patient care.
• Able to see adequately to read computer screens, medical records, and written documents necessary to the position.
• Able to discern temperature variances through touch.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum one year experience in transplant or cardiac specialty preferred.

Responsibilities

• Case manage and coordinate all aspects of the national and international cardiac transplantation process for patients of all ages.
• Collaborate with Coordinator- Transplant Two (2) RN and Medical Director to coordinate the transplant interdisciplinary medical care delivery system.
• Serve as a liaison among physicians, patients, families, procurement agencies, and payors to ensure effective utilization of resources and quality improvement.
• Travel extensively for organ procurement on short notice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree