Transplant Nurse

3 months ago

Washington DC United States MEDSTAR HEALTH 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 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
  • Associate's degree from an accredited School of Nursing required
  • Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
Experience
  • 3-4 years professional nursing experience required
  • 1-2 years previous transplant, outpatient, or dialysis experience preferred
Licenses and Certifications
  • RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure in the District of Columbia required
  • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
  • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
  • CCTC - Certified 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.

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