Category: Leadership
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJ New Brunswick
Department: Organ Transplants
Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick, One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
RWJBH is seeking a highly dedicated Clinical Coordinator for our Renal (Kidney/Pancreas) Transplant Center at our New Brunswick campus.
Job Overview:
Responsible for the daily operations and clinical resource for transplant evaluations, waitlist management and post-transplant care.
Makes procedural or process suggestions for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to team accomplishments.
Assists in the care coordination of the acutely ill transplant patient to facilitate communication with the transplant surgeon and other consultants as needed.
Qualifications:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in nursing plus 5 years of experience in an allied health or hospital position required.
Relevant clinical experience with end stage renal disease patients or renal/pancreas transplant patients. Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a less structured environment than the inpatient setting
Preferred:
Master's degree in healthcare related field and at least 2 years' experience in transplant
Certifications and Licenses Required:
Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association (AHA) requiredMust be a licensed Registered Nurse in the state of New JerseyCCTC Certified Clinical Transplant CoordinatorScheduling Requirements:
Monday Friday Hours: 8:00AM 4:00PM Full Time Must be available for On Call CoverageEssential Functions:
In collaboration with the Transplant Division management team responsibilities include development and modification of clinical and administrative policies/procedures, oversight of all clinical and administrative aspects of patient evaluation, care, and management to ensure continuity of care, quality and patient satisfaction including supervision of RNs -Nurse Coordinators,
Ensures department's standard of practice, policies and procedures meet compliance with UNOS, OPTN, TJC, and CMS,
Analyzes pertinent data, communicates findings, documents information and assumes accountability for decisions and actions,
Main responsibilities include managing a group of employees that deliver shared support services across the Transplant Program; establishing workflows/processes which are aligned with program policies; and managing objectives and key performance metrics,
Benefits and Perks:
At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!
RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,
high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering
a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.
RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.
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