RN Specialty Ambulatory Pre Transplant Liver

Company: Corewell Health
Location: Royal Oak
Posted on: April 23, 2024

Job Description:

About Department: The Transplant Specialty RN is a member of the Multi-Organ Multidisciplinary team, functioning as a practitioner, patient/family educator, consultant/resource to coordinate the pre-transplant phases of care for the kidney, living donor, and liver transplant recipient candidates within an outpatient setting.About Royal Oak HospitalRecognized by U.S. News & World Report as the #2 hospital in Michigan and one of the top hospitals in the country. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan's first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence.Scope of workThe Transplant Specialty RN is a member of the Multi-Organ Multidisciplinary team, functioning as a practitioner, patient/family educator, consultant/resource to coordinate the pre-transplant phases of care for the kidney, living donor, and liver transplant recipient candidates within an outpatient setting.Coordinates care for the potential kidney & liver transplant recipient and live donor including:

• Coordinates care for the potential transplant candidate throughout referral, evaluation and testing
• Collaborates with the transplant team to review test results and develop plan of care.
• Adds the patient to the OPTN/UNOS transplant waiting list and manages MELD updates as required.
• Submits narratives for MELD exceptions for liver transplant candidates on the waitlist as indicated.
• Provides education about the transplant process to potential candidates.
• Develops and maintains educational/informational materials for transplant candidates and their significant others.
• Assists with and participates in Patient/Family Educational Seminars
• Manages the hepatology care for transplant patients in evaluation and waitlist phases of care (this may include scheduling testing and procedures)
• Prepares agenda and minutes for and facilitates the weekly selection committee meetings.
• Attends weekly Multi-Organ Transplant Grand Rounds
• Completes Federally required TIEDI forms electronically.
• Updates transplant policies and guidelines as needed.
• Schedules and conducts in-services for referring physicians' staff and dialysis units' staff.
• Maintains knowledge of OPTN/UNOS, CMS and transplant policies and procedures in order to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Utilizes EPIC and transplant specific EMR for documentation/communication.
• May take organ offer calls, coordinate travel for the organ procurement team, and arrange for potential transplant recipients to be admitted to the hospital
• Nursing Procedures may include urinary catheterization, vaccine administration, and phlebotomy if needed.
• Participates in department committees (e.g. QAPI, Clinic Operations, staff meetings, etc.).
• Participates in QA Projects/activities.How we will care for you, while you care for our patients
  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more .
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    • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
    • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
    • Free onsite parkingQualifications
      • Required Bachelor's Degree in nursing from an NLN-approved school of nursing
      • 3 years of relevant experience Acute nursing experience Required
      • ICU experience preferred, not required.
      • Registered Nurse (RN) - State of Michigan Upon Hire required
      • At least one Certification from preferred list - Upon Hire required
      • Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association preferred Or
      • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Red Cross preferred
      • Specialty Certification - CCTC required, or commitment to take certification exam within two (2) years and maintain certification via continuing education.Primary LocationSITE - Medical Office Building West/East - 3535 W 13 Mile Road - Royal OakDepartment NameLiver Acquisition Center - Royal OakEmployment TypeFull timeShiftDay (United States of America)Weekly Scheduled Hours40Hours of Work10Days WorkedMonday to FridayWeekend FrequencyN/ACURRENT COREWELL HEALTH TEAM MEMBERS - Please apply through Find Jobs from your Workday team member account. This career site is for Non-Corewell Health team members only.Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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