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The transplant coordinator will join a dynamic multidisciplinary team that currently performs 1% of heart transplants worldwide. The role primarily involves outpatient care to patients who undergo cardiac transplantation. The scope of the position includes patient care, education, quality assurance, research, administrative activities.
The transplant coordinator works in close collaboration with advanced heart failure cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, social workers, pharmacists, financial coordinators, psychiatrists, etc.
Job roles include:
• Coordinate all aspects of the transplant process, including patient assessments, and care delivery throughout the transplant journey.
• Engage in communication with patients via phone calls, portal messages, and direct contact and collaborate with advanced practice providers (APPs) and transplant physicians in care delivery.
• Provide and maintain comprehensive and accurate documentation in the patient medical record.
• Initiate, facilitate and develop interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Participate in planning, designing, implementing, or evaluating guidelines, protocols, and standards.
• Assist with data collection and documentation that is reported to the New England Donor Services (NEDS) & the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
• Identify patient/family learning needs and develop and implement programs to meet those needs.
• Initiate, participate and contribute to educational programs for staff at the unit/service and interdepartmental levels.
• Collaborate with other transplant programs to ensure efficient and effective use of resources and expertise.
• Participate in the Multidisciplinary Cardiac Transplant Selection meeting to determine patient candidacy for cardiac transplantation.
• Initiate and participate in quality assurance activities.
• Participate in and support research activities.
Reasons to Choose MGH
• The State’s First Magnet Hospital
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Free parking for nights and weekends
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
Qualifications for Heart Transplant Coordinator, Registered Nurse
Experience:
• Relevant nursing experience in cardiology and/or transplant strongly preferred.
Skills:
• Exceptional time management and organizational abilities when providing care.
• Ability to identify patient/family learning needs and implement appropriate programs.
• Expertise working with multidisciplinary departments.
• Proficiency with electronic data collection and documentation.
Education/Degree:
• Bachelor’s degree in nursing or equivalent experience required.
Licensure, Certifications, or Registration:
• Current Massachusetts licensure as a registered nurse required.
Shift (Days)
• Monday through Friday with 4 x 10hr shifts (7am-5pm).
• No night, weekend, holiday, or on-call coverage required.
About Mass General Hospital
• Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career.
• Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally.
• If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.
We offer a variety of comprehensive benefits packages to eligible employees such as:
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events.
You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives, and you can make a difference. We are looking for someone as dedicated as you to be a part of our team.
Job Summary
SummaryResponsible for developing educational programs, clinical decision-making, management of quality outcomes, and participation in research activities. Provide patient care in the clinical environment, health promotion, disease prevention, health education, and patient and family counseling activities.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
-Provides expert-level consultation and advises clinical staff on the formulation of diagnoses and treatment plans for patients and families.
-Plans and delivers relevant staff and patient education to nurses and other members of the health care team on matters regarding plan of care for patient and family.
-Actively participates in research and evidence-based practice activities that will positively affect patient care outcomes.
-Provide health care services to patients.
-Forming a diagnosis and management and treatment of illness and disease.
Qualifications
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$46.78 - $115.70/Hourly
Grade
GHCBRN59B
EEO Statement:
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