Organ Recovery Coordinator - Critical Care RN's desired!

DCI Donor Services • Knoxville, TN

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About The Position

Tennessee Donor Services is seeking an Organ Recovery Coordinator to facilitate organ donation in the Knoxville area. Using a nursing background, the coordinator oversees the organ procurement process, works with clinical teams to assess organ compatibility for recipients, and coordinates the surgical and technical steps needed to package and transfer organs safely and promptly for transplant. The role works alongside hospital personnel and surgeons and includes supporting donor families and conducting medical and social history interviews.

The position requires a minimum of 14 twelve-hour on-call shifts every four weeks, with day and night shifts alternating monthly. New employees must receive their first COVID-19 vaccine dose by their potential start date or provide proof of vaccination. Employment is also conditional on obtaining hospital badges and electronic medical record access from all DCI Donor Services hospital partners. Applicants must complete a video screening within 48 hours of submitting an application to be considered.

Requirements

• Two or more years of experience in a critical care setting.
• Registered Nursing (RN) license.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and multitask.
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.
• Ability to obtain hospital badges and electronic medical record access from all DCI Donor Services hospital partners.
• First dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by the potential start date or proof of vaccination.
• Availability for a minimum of 14 twelve-hour call shifts every four weeks, with day and night shifts alternating monthly.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience as a registered nurse in an ICU or critical care setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consulting with medical staff.
• Coordinate organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
• Coordinate and assist with surgical organ recovery and peri-operative management.
• Arrange transportation, ensure surgical packaging, and prepare laboratory specimens for shipment.
• Support donor families and conduct medical and social history interviews.
• Update donor information in the electronic medical record.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 184 hours of PTO in the first year.
• Up to 72 hours of sick time in the first year.
• Choice of two medical plans: PPO or HDHP.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution.
• Company-provided term life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance.
• Wellness program.
• Supplemental insurance benefits, including accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Home, auto, renter, and pet insurance discounts.
• Verizon cell phone discounts.
• Monthly cell phone stipend.
• Meal per diems when actively on cases.
• Competitive compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed