Job Description
Follows documented physician/licensed independent provider orders, within the boundaries of the Nurse Practice Act and established standards, policies, and practice guidelines. Organizes and plans work with input from the patient/family with specific outcomes and demonstrated use of sound clinical judgment and resources. All day-to-day operations of the role are handled independently with minimal assistance. Advice and guidance are sought from the Director on an as needed situational basis and when there is a major impact on activity outside the unit. Actions that are taken without prior approval include daily operational functions and leadership of staff. basis and when there is a major impact on activity outside the unit.
The Transplant Coordinator delivers and demonstrates strong clinical experiences in patient care by accurately documenting direct, age-specific care to a patients or groups of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This position manifests a high level of expertise in the assessment, coordination and care of complex patients, families, or communities to actual or potential health problems.
The position demonstrates a high level of expertise in the assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of the complex patients by safely administering prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and/or interactions and their responses to actual or potential health problems. The position assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. The position also provides direction, education, and leadership.
What We Require:
Education: BSN preferred or will consider minimum of five years in similar role.
Experience:
Experience within a surgical department preferred, and a strong history of patient navigation and coordination of care for surgical patients.
Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Active Virginia RN license.
Life Support: BLS, ACLS
Other Minimum Qualifications: Prolonged standing and walking in the hospital and OR setting, as well as holding clinics with patients in an outpatient setting. Able to lift, position or transfer patients. Able to lift supplies and equipment.
About Carilion
This is Carilion Clinic ...
An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, never discouraged and forever curious.
Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, multi-specialty physician practices, and The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Research Institute.
Carilion is where you can make your own path, make new discoveries and, most importantly, make a difference. Here, in a place where the air is clean, people are kind and life is good. Make your tomorrow with us.
Requisition Number: 150375
Employment Status: Full time
Location: Carilion Clinic - 3 Riverside
Shift: Day
Shift Details: M-F 8-5, and as needed for patient coordination
Recruiter: EMILY F ALLEN
Recruiter Phone:
Recruiter Email: efallen@carilionclinic.org
For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity
Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.
Job Tags
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