Clinical Transplant Coordinator RN Harrisburg Renal Transplant

UPMC's Renal Transplant Program is looking to add a Clinical Transplant Coordinator I (Registered Nurse) to their team. This is a post-transplant coordinator position. This is a great team to work on, the environment on this unit is positive, and we all work together as a team, helping each other whenever needed. We are dedicated to providing outstanding patient care to ensure patients have the best outcome possible. HOURS: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm. On-call rotation of only 5 weekends PER YEAR during the day only, no evenings or nights. NO HOLIDAY REQUIREMENTS. An occasional weekend to come in and discharge patients might be necessary during your on-call rotation only. Responsibilities: Demonstrate the entry-level knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that is relevant to patients under their care, as well as apply principles of growth and development over the life span Possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age specific needs TRANSPLANT REFERRAL AND EVALUATION Identifies appropriate transplant candidates upon referral and interacts with appropriate hospital staff. Identifies requirements for candidate evaluation. Coordinates the evaluation process for potential transplant candidates with the multidisciplinary team. Functions as candidate advocate by applying knowledge of growth, development, educational and cultural background during candidate and family interaction. Provides data to regulatory agencies. Demonstrates knowledge of compliance with United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) policies and listing requirements. POST-TRANSPLANT OUTPATIENT PERIOD Identifies and responds to recipient and family needs in post-transplant phase Reinforces educational and follow-up requirements. Collects and reviews data pertinent to recipient's health and organ function Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of recipient's progress Implements changes in drug therapy as ordered by physician Arranges for consultations, diagnostic procedures, and hospitalization when indicated Maintains communication with referring physician and other health care providers Assesses recipient's compliance with medications and medical regime; collaborates with transplant team to attain and maintain compliance. POST-TRANSPLANT INPATIENT PERIOD Monitors patient progress post-transplant Educates recipient and family regarding care and responsibilities after transplantation Collaborates with transplant team to establish and implement patient plan of care. PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT Obtains ABTC Certification Attends practice-related conferences Participates in educational and outreach activities Constructively receives feedback and direction Identifies and communicates learning needs to manager Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs Participates in self-review as requested by manager Responsible for adhering to On-Call schedule. PERI-OPERATIVE PERIOD Participates in transplant process according to UPMC protocol Reviews potential recipient's current medical status to determine eligibility for transplant Facilitates admission or transfer to UPMC Communicates with organ procurement agency/ORC and collects the appropriate data necessary for decision making re organ acceptance/rejection for transplant as applicable Exhibits ability to remove transplant recipient from the list per UNOS regulations as applicable. PRE-TRANSPLANT PERIOD
•  Develops and institutes a teaching plan addressing transplant candidates learning needs Maintains communication with patient and referring physician Recognizes potential problems and/or significant changes during the waiting period and coordinates required care Acts as a resource person for internal and external health care providers Provides and maintains comprehensive documentation of candidate process Exhibits ability to maintain and update candidate listing status per UNOS regulations as applicable. Qualifications: Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required BSN preferred, but not a requirement. 2 years recent clinical nursing experience is required. Demonstrated competence in professional nursing practice. Must obtain a Solid/Strong/Good or higher on annual performance review to be promoted to Clinical Transplant Coordinator II. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: Current Pennsylvania licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse. It is preferred that within 2 years employee will obtain and maintain certification from the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC) as a Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) or other UPMC approved certification associated with the service line upon eligibility in order to be promoted to Clinical Transplant Coordinator II. Registered Nurse (RN) Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran