RN Clinic - Kidney Transplant Coordinator

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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.

GENERAL DUTIES

• 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.

EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Previous experience in clinical area of assignment preferred.

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor of Nursing degree preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Current Louisiana RN license and CPR certification. Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator with the ABTC

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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.

WORK SHIFT:

Days (United States of America)

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Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little “come on in” attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health’s culture of everyday extraordinary

About East Jefferson General Hospital

East Jefferson General Hospital, a landmark of LCMC Health’s incredible community of care, has been the go-to hospital for health, wellness, and one-of-a-kind care in East Jefferson Parish for over 50 years. And we’re only beginning to realize our greatest potential.  Learn more about East Jefferson General Hospital and our legacy, our future, and our national recognition as a Nurse Magnet Hospital.

Your extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart. 
• Give people a reason to smile. 
• Put a little love in your work. 
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.  
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do. 
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care. 
• See opportunities, not problems – it’s all about perspective. 
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other. 
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

You are welcome here. 

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities.  LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

 

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