Description:
- Participates in a 24-hour call schedule to provide critical thinking and decision making along with resource management decisions.
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Ability to perform all functions described for Procurement Transplant Coordinator (PTC) Levels I, II, III and Clinical Donation Specialist(CDS) Levels I, II, III.
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Provides real-time clinical and administrative expertise and oversight aimed at maximizing donation during the referral and recovery processes for organ cases.
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Problem solves with on-site organ team members and provides clinical and logistical expertise in all areas of the donation process.
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Responsible for determining suitability of all potential organ donors.
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Completes an evaluation of all brain death notes to ensure conformance with hospital policy prior to the start of the donor case.
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Determines the evaluation plan and allocation plan for all active donor cases.
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Determines a care plan for all active donor cases in collaboration with the Medical Director.
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Determines the evaluation plan and allocation plan for all active donor cases.
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Makes determination for any waivers, local back-up offers, or policy variances.
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Provides resource management and direction to the clinical teams for the day-to-day operations.
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Orchestrates team “huddles” with SFDN staff when a multi-disciplinary approach is appropriate.
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Participates in case debriefs, as appropriate.
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Completes referral classification and case dispositions.
Requirements:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or biological science or related experience preferred.
Experience: 5 years Practical Critical Care experience, or 3 years OPO related experience specifically to the management of a cadaveric donor preferred.
Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Office programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook and social media platforms.
Certificates & Licenses: Certified Procurement Transplant Coordinator (CPTC) through the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC) is required.
Other Requirements: Possesses leadership skills.