Critical Care RN- Organ Recovery Coordinator

at Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description 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. The following essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. 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 Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to work outside normal business hours 12-hour shifts including day shifts, night shifts, weekends and holidays as assigned; shifts extending beyond 12-hours occasionally when responsibilities warrant Ability to respond to dispatches in a timely manner and arrive to work sites as assigned Ability to move donor from cart to bed with assistance Ability to stand, bend, stoop and kneel to perform job functions Ability to lift 50 lbs. of equipment from ground level to table-top level, and to push/pull 75 lbs. on a roller cart Fine motor skills to perform essential clinical and technical skills required Ability to learn and use technology such as computers, mobile devices and medical equipment and related software for communication, documentation and clinical purposes Ability to see, hear, speak and communicate effectively Ability to use personal cell phone for business purposes To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account