RN Clinic - Kidney Transplant Coordinator

LCMC Health • Metairie, LA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

RN Transplant Coordinator participates in and oversees the comprehensive care of the post-transplant recipient. Oversees and directly monitors and supervises assigned staff. Is also responsible for ongoing program development, quality assurance, staff development and promotion of multi-disciplinary program activity. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current Louisiana RN license and CPR certification.
• Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator with the ABTC
• Must be able to successfully complete established competencies for the position within designated probationary period.
• Demonstrated patient teaching skills and compliance with protocol management of patients.
• Member of NATCO and UNOS.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in clinical area of assignment preferred.
• Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and participates in the coordination of care for the pre/post-transplant recipient.
• Oversees and assists the Transplant Manager in supervision of the pre/post-transplant Coordinators, including interviewing, coaching, orientation, evaluation, and training within established guidelines.
• Monitors day-to-day operations of assigned staff, reacting effectively and efficiently to unplanned circumstances, demands, and challenges facing the department to ensure consistent quality of service.
• Participates as requested on teams, committees, and special projects both internal and external to the organization.
• Maintains a department staffing plan and on-call coverage that meets organizational needs.
• Demonstrates personal and professional growth and expertise and keeps staff updated by remaining current with state and federal associations and with professional trends, and by participating in community activities.
• Assesses, develops, implements, and evaluates department goals that coincide with the hospital goals on a yearly basis.
• Develops, reviews, and revises departmental policies and procedures and assures the department's compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Reacts effectively to unplanned circumstances, demands, and challenges facing the department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level