Organ Recovery Coordinator - Chicago Area

Gift of Hope • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Coordinates the evaluation, authorization, medical management, surgical recovery and distribution of organs for transplantation or research from deceased organ donors; works with other departments and hospital or transplant teams to facilitate the recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation or research.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in healthcare related field (i.e. RN, RT, or other)
• Minimum of 1 year work experience in a critical care setting.
• Experience in the delivery of critical care medicine
• Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with families of potential donors to present the option of organ and tissue donation
• Ability to achieve and maintain competency in clinical and technical skills required to facilitate organ and tissue donation and transplantation
• Ability to communicate the organ/tissue donation process to potential donor families and external partners
• Ability to develop and maintain proficiency with ICU/OR equipment
• Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision
• Ability to coordinate the activities of self and others in an environment where priorities change quickly
• Basic computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's prepared critical care nurse preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advance Gift of Hope’s mission, vision and core values: providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position.
• Work 12 hour night shift (7PM-7AM)
• Demonstrate support for our mission through annual participation in a donor family event
• Conduct evaluations of potential organ and tissue donors through review of hospital records to determine medical eligibility/suitability
• Document required clinical information in a clear and concise manner
• Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to facilitate the donation process
• Communicate effectively with families of potential organ and tissue donors to provide information and support
• Obtain and document authorization for organ and tissue donation
• Coordinate the clinical management of deceased organ donors
• Identify, document and communicate required clinical information to associated Gift of Hope staff, transplant center staff, and administrators
• Coordinate medical management of potential donors with anesthesia staff to ensure appropriate hemodynamic status while in the OR
• Coordinate the surgical recovery and distribution of deceased donor organs for transplantation or research
• Package and label organs for transplantation or research, according to policy
• Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives, meetings, educational activities and required training as assigned
• Participate in training and mentoring new ORC staff and associated department staff as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement up to the IRS-allowed maximum
• Personalized learning and educational development opportunities
• Monthly cell phone and internet stipends
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needs
• Support and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC)

What This Job Offers

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