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 TRANSPLANTREFERRAL AND EVALUATION Identifies appropriate transplantcandidates upon referral and interacts with appropriate hospital staff. Identifies requireme... more details
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 weekendsA 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.
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
TRANSPLANTREFERRAL AND EVALUATION
Identifies appropriate transplantcandidates upon referral and interacts with appropriate hospital staff.
Identifies requirements for candidate evaluation.
Coordinates the evaluation process for potential transplantcandidates 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-transplantphase
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 transplantteam 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.
Diploma or Associates Degree in Nursing required
BSN preferred.
2 years recent clinical nursing experience 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.
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