Transplant Nurse Coordinator jobs in District of Columbia
Transplant Nurse Coordinator provides planning and coordination of all facets of clinical care for potential and actual transplant candidates and recipients. Manages referral, evaluation, and pre-transplant data for transplant patients and coordinates the clinical management of post-transplant patients. Being a Transplant Nurse Coordinator develops materials and delivers programs to educate and support patients, families, and clinicians throughout the transplant process. Requires clinical experience in the care and treatment of transplant patients. Additionally, Transplant Nurse Coordinator requires a bachelor's degree of Nursing. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Requires registered nurse (RN). May require certification from a professional organ transplant nursing certification board. The Transplant Nurse Coordinator gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. To be a Transplant Nurse Coordinator typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Transplant Nurse Coordinator jobs
Transplant Nurse Coordinator Kidney
- MEDSTAR HEALTH
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
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Provides professional nursing care for transplant patients following established standards and practices. Functions to advance the clinical mission and goals of the Department through collaborative relationships within the Medical Center. These functions are performed in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations and Georgetown University Hospital's philosophy, policies, procedures, and standards.
Education- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing Required
- Bachelor's degree BSN Preferred Experience
- 3-4 years Professional nursing experience Required
- 1-2 years Previous transplant, outpatient, or dialysis experience highly Preferred Licenses and Certifications
- RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure Registered Nurse license in the District of Columbia Required and
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation CPR certification Required and
- CCTC - Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator Certification as a clinical transplant coordinator Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of professional nursing theory and practice to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
- Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
- Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of professional nursing to provide ongoing patient care.
- Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
- Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
- Performs professional nursing service in inpatient/outpatient clinical settings including, but not limited to: patient assessment, teaching, discharge planning, and telephone triage.
- Greets patients and prepares them for physician evaluations. Screens patients for appropriate information. Instructs patients in the collection of samples and completion of tests.
- Facilitates the evaluation of both pre and post-transplant patients by interfacing with referring physicians, Transplant hepatologists, Transplant nephrologists, Transplant surgeons, scheduling coordinators, consultants, insurance coordinators, and social workers. Has primary responsibility for the planning, implementation and evaluation of this process.
- Coordinates the complex management and education of patients pre and post-transplant. Communicates with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) to maintain an accurate and current patient waiting list.
- Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Dispenses medication as directed. Administers prescribed medications, treatments, and procedures in accordance with nursing standards.
- Maintains and reviews patient records, charts, and other pertinent information. Posts tests and examination results. Obtains and reviews consent forms, treatment plans, and side effects as appropriate. Discusses potential complications with patient and family.
- Performs patient telephone triage, assesses needs, and coordinates needs with medical staff.
- Educates patient and family about diagnostic procedures, medications, nutrition, and maintenance of health and wellness. Schedules in-services and education sessions with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Performs quality control functions of assigned area as directed. Participates in activities to develop and implement quality improvement activities within practice area and maintain collaborative relationships with personnel in other divisions and departments.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures; attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Exemplifies Commitment to Care (C2C) standards in all activities.
- Assumes other duties and responsibilities that are appropriate to the position and area. The above responsibilities are a general description of the level and nature of the work assigned to this classification and are not to be considered all-inclusive.
- 3 Days Ago
Transplant Nurse Coordinator Kidney
- medstar
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- Provides professional nursing care for transplant patients following established standards and practices. Functions to advance the clinical mission and goals of the Department through collaborative re...
- 2 Months Ago
Kidney Transplant Nurse Coordinator at MedStar Georgetown
- MEDSTAR HEALTH
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- General Summary of PositionMedStar Georgetown Transplant InstituteThe MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute (MGTI) is seeking a Kidney Transplant Nurse Coordinator for our rapidly expanding multi-or...
- 3 Days Ago
Kidney Transplant Nurse Coordinator at MedStar Georgetown
- medstar
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- MedStar Georgetown Transplant InstituteThe MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute (MGTI) is seeking a Kidney Transplant Nurse Coordinator for our rapidly expanding multi-organ transplant program. MGT...
- 2 Months Ago
Nurse Practitioner - Transplant Surgery
- Barton Associates
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE Nurse Practitioner - Transplant Surgery PROVIDER TYPE Nurse Practitioner SPECIALTY Transplant Surgery JOB TYPE Locum Tenens STATE DC PRACTICE SETTING Corporation DURATION 60 Days Job Descrip...
- 12 Days Ago
Registered Nurse Inpatient Transplant (Georgetown)
- MEDSTAR HEALTH
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Washington, DC
FULL_TIME
- About MedStar Georgetown University Hospital's Solid Organ Transplant Unit – 6 Bles 6 Bles is a 17 bed, Adult Solid Organ Transplant Unit at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. 6 Bles is one of on...
- 2 Days Ago
Transplant Nurse Coordinator jobs at Popular Companies
Post-Transplant Coordinator - Liver
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Houston, TX
- JOB SUMMARY At Houston Methodist, the Post-Transplant Coordinator position a registered nurse, responsible for participa...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transplant Coordinator - Lung Transplant
- University Hospitals
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Cleveland, OH
- Description Essential Functions Initiates and maintains positive relationships with patients/customers, referring physic...
- 4/18/2024 12:00:00 AM
Inpatient Liver Transplant Coordinator
- Cedars-Sinai
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- Are you ready to bring your expert clinical skills to a world-class facility recognized as top ten in the United States ...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator
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Hartford, SD
- Join the team at Avera! Magnet Recognized: Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive A...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator
- Avera Transplant Institute
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Valley Springs, SD
- Join the team at Avera! Magnet Recognized: Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive A...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator
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Worthing, SD
- Join the team at Avera! Magnet Recognized: Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive A...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator
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Crooks, SD
- Join the team at Avera! Magnet Recognized: Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive A...
- 4/16/2024 12:00:00 AM
Registered Nurse (RN) - Transplant Coordinator
- Hiring Now!
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Sioux Falls, SD
- Join the team at Avera! Magnet Recognized: Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center has received consecutive A...
- 4/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About District of Columbia
Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west.
The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...
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Income Estimation for Transplant Nurse Coordinator jobs
$102,742 to $126,962
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What does a Transplant Nurse Coordinator do?
Transplant Nurse Coordinator in Boulder, CO
Arizona ranks number 19 out of 50 states nationwide for Transplant Nurse Coordinator salaries.
January 02, 2020
Transplant Nurse Coordinator in Columbus, GA
The RN Coordinator, as a crucial part of the care team, helps the patient and family navigate the healthcare system- arranging the workup, housing authorization for treatment and provides psych/social support throughout the intake process.
January 08, 2020
Transplant Nurse Coordinator in Wilmington, DE
This position will support the post-transplant clinic by communicating with patients on behalf of providers.
January 22, 2020