What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Clinical Transplant Coordinator position at University Health - San Antonio?
POSITION SUMMARY/RESPONSIBILITIES
Under general supervision, the Clinical Transplant Coordinator II develops and uses advanced clinical management, consultation, education and research to promote quality care for the specific transplant patient populations. Provides growth in clinical knowledge through research-based practice with peers. Supports and maintains the University Health’s policies, protocols, values and guest relations.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
Graduation from an accredited school of nursing with an RN and five (5) years of nursing experience is required. One year of transplant or end-stage organ failure nursing experience may be substituted for two (2) of the five (5) required years of general nursing experience. A Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is required or must be attained within three years of the date of hire. Knowledge of transplant, healthcare trends, community and regional resources. An ability to establish cooperative working relationships with diverse groups and individuals, medical staff and other healthcare disciplines and an understanding of the consultative process.
LICENSURE
Current RN licensure in the State of Texas is required. Certification as a Clinical Transplant Coordinator is required or obtained within six months of hire. Current American Heart Association, Basic Cardiac Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required. Will attain CITI research certification within six (6) months of date of hire.