Organ Donation Coordinator [ICU RN or Respiratory Therapist] - 40 hours a week/ DAYS

New England Donor Services•Lowell, MA

1d•$50 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

New England Donor Services is seeking an experienced ICU RN, Critical Care RN, Trauma Nurse, or Critical Care Respiratory Therapist to work as a Donation Coordinator. The coordinator responds on-site to organ donor referrals and provides clinical expertise in donor evaluation, donor management, organ allocation, and organ recovery. The role combines clinical and interpersonal skills to educate hospital staff about the donation process, work with donor families to obtain consent, and collaborate with surgical teams and critical care staff to optimize organs for transplantation. Success requires keen clinical assessment skills, flexibility, and the ability to remain calm and effective in highly charged, clinically complex situations. Orientation begins with a one-week, company-wide onsite orientation in Waltham, Massachusetts, followed by a specialized organ donation training program. The New Hire Donation Academy meets three days per week for the first three weeks in the Waltham office, generally Tuesday through Thursday on a day shift, with additional office training during orientation. After classroom training, new hires take 16-hour day on-call shifts. The independent schedule consists of 16-hour on-call day shifts from 8:00 a.m. to midnight, three shifts per week on a four-week schedule, plus training and meetings. The posting also describes an average of 14 shifts per four-week schedule during the post-classroom training period. Significant travel in a personal vehicle throughout New England is required; mileage and other reimbursements are available. The position requires travel to NEDS headquarters in Waltham and to hospitals throughout New England. Candidates must maintain an eligible-driver status, including being at least 21 years old, maintaining an acceptable motor vehicle record, and carrying the required minimum personal automobile insurance under NEDS policy. The January 4, 2027 cohort start date is listed. Compensation is $50.00–$52.00 per hour.

Requirements

Experience as an ICU RN, Critical Care RN, Trauma Nurse, or Critical Care Respiratory Therapist; critical care or trauma experience is optimal.
Three to five years of clinical/critical care experience.
Critical thinking and keen clinical assessment skills, including experience managing complicated clinical events.
Compassion and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to remain flexible and calm and effective in highly charged, clinically complex situations.
Ability to sit, stand, or bend for extended periods.
Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation; extensive driving throughout New England is required.
Must be at least 21 years old, maintain an acceptable motor vehicle record, and carry the required minimum personal automobile insurance per NEDS policy.
Annual influenza vaccination is required for employees working in a clinical or healthcare environment outside NEDS facilities.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
CPTC certification is a plus.
Living within an hour of Lowell, Massachusetts is ideal.

Responsibilities

Respond on-site to organ donor referrals.
Provide clinical expertise in donor evaluation, donor management, organ allocation, and organ recovery.
Educate hospital staff about the donation process.
Work with donor families to obtain consent for donation.
Work with surgical teams and critical care staff to optimize organs for transplantation.
Travel to Waltham headquarters and hospitals throughout New England to meet position duties.
Participate in on-call shifts, training, and meetings.

Benefits

Generous paid time off program.
Health insurance, including BCBS health coverage.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Mental health insurance coverage.
Life insurance equal to two times annual salary.
Fertility benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
403(b) retirement plan with organizational contributions.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee Assistance Program.
Pet insurance.
Working Advantage discounts.
Personal career and skill development opportunities.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Healthcare Reimbursement Account.
Corporate-sponsored events, community volunteering, and organization-wide team-building outings.