Heart Transplant Coordinator

2 months ago


Atlanta, United States Emory HealthcareEmory University Full time

Overview Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare. At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs Family-focused benefits Wellness incentives Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs and more Description Shift: 8am – 4:30 pm No weekends, no holidays and no on-call Location: Emory Saint Josephs Hospital, 5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Road Ne Atlanta, Ga 30342 You can trust your care at Emory Healthcare because we have proven experience, including: Georgia’s 1st heart transplant Over 1,000 heart transplants to date A national leader in ventricular assist devices and biventricular pacemaker therapy First in the nation to receive Patient-Centered Specialty Practice Level 3 Recognition from the National Committee for Quality Assurance. This is the highest level of recognition for a specialty practice. We are seeking a capable Pre-Transplant Coordinator (Level II) is an experienced cardiovascular nurse and provides patient care throughout all phases of the transplant process Works with a team to coordinate a system to organize the flow of patients from initial referral, through evaluation and education, to post-transplant follow-up and referral back to the community Collaborates with the physicians/surgeons and case managers to coordinate transplantation process. Identifies, assesses and resolves clinical issues relating to the transplant patient per established protocols. Collaborates with staff, the patient, and family concerning patient evaluation and discharge planning and long term follow up care. Creates and maintains the majority of appropriate documentation for transplant candidacy and post-transplant follow-up care in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements Provides required education across the continuum of the transplant process appropriate to the phase of care to transplant candidates, families and significant others in accordance with CMS and UNOS requirements Ensures completion of all necessary evaluation requirements (diagnostic, laboratory and consultative) to be presented at weekly Selection Conferences. Prepares, presents and effectively communicates patient evaluation findings to a multidisciplinary team of physicians, surgeons and ancillary services at weekly Selection Conferences to determine transplant candidacy. Must possess Excellent written and verbal communication skills MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An Associate's degree in nursing. 4 years of recent, clinical, medical-surgical nursing experience which includes at least one years in a transplant coordinator role. All nurses employed in roles requiring an unencumbered nursing license must have a valid, active license or temporary permit approved by the Georgia Licensing Board. BLS certification required. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing Critical Care Experience or Cardiology Experience JOIN OUR TEAM TODAY Emory Healthcare (EHC), part of Emory University (EUV), is the most comprehensive academic health system in Georgia and the first and only in Georgia with a Magnet® designated ambulatory practice. We are made up of 11 hospitals-4 Magnet® designated, the Emory Clinic, and more than 425 provider locations. The Emory Healthcare Network, established in 2011, is the largest clinically integrated network in Georgia, with more than 3,450 physicians concentrating in 70 different subspecialties. Additional Details Supporting a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and/or veteran's status. EHC does not discriminate on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. EHC respects, values, and celebrates the unique perspectives and backgrounds of all individuals. EHC aspires to create an environment of collaboration and true belonging for all our patients and team members. Emory Healthcare (EHC) is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. ACCOMODATIONS: EHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.” PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Medium-Heavy) 36-75 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 20-35 lbs., 34-66% of the workday; (frequently); 10-20 lbs., 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 75 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 35 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing); Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include, but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure; Bio-hazardous waste Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors; Communicable diseases; Electrical shock; Floor Surfaces; Hot/Cold Temperatures; Indoor/Outdoor conditions; Latex; Lighting; Patient care/handling injuries; Radiation; Shift work; Travel may be required; Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators; environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work areaand work tasks. Connect With Us Connect with us for general consideration Division St. Joseph's Hospital Campus Location Atlanta, GA, 30342 Campus Location US-GA-Atlanta Department SJH Heart Failure Center Job Type Regular Full-Time Job Number 132127 Job Category Nursing Schedule 8a-4:30p Standard Hours 40 Hours Hourly Minimum USD $44.00/Hr. Hourly Midpoint USD $50.60/Hr. Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.



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