Registered Nurse (RN) - Outpatient Thoracic Transplant Coordinator

Job description

Department: 37809 Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center - Transplant Clinic: Thoracic Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: 10-hour shifts, salary position, Monday - Friday, 24/7 RN On-Call Coverage Rotating every 11-12 weeks. Pay Range: $44.15 - $66.25 Major Responsibilities: - Collaborates with surgeons, nephrologists, hepatologists, transplant cardiologists and/or pulmonologists, and the Transplant Selection Committee to arrange the evaluation of transplant candidates. This includes coordinating diagnostic testing, identifying clinical issues, and analyzing pertinent data. - Provides education and counseling to patients and families. Identifies and addresses potential barriers to postoperative treatment compliance and recovery from transplant surgery. Responsible for discharge planning and reviewing and securing patient signatures on Transplant and/or VAD Program Patient Consents. - Assists physicians during clinic visits and arranges for diagnostic testing and consultation. Communicates with physicians, transplant recipients, home care agencies, and insurance companies regarding patient condition and needs. Contacts phys...