Gift of Hope
Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
$44 - $50 / HOUR
Coordinate the evaluation, medical management, and surgical recovery of organs from deceased donors for transplantation or research. Facilitate communication between hospital teams, transplant centers, and donor families to ensure efficient and compassionate donation processes.
Requires an associate degree in a healthcare-related field and at least one year of experience in a critical care setting. Candidates must be able to work 12-hour night shifts and possess a valid driver's license for travel to clinical sites.
Overview Coordinates the evaluation, authorization, medical management, surgical recovery and distribution of organs for transplantation or research from deceased organ donors; works with other departments and hospital or transplant teams to facilitate the recovery of organs and tissues for transplantation or research. Compensation range for this position is $44.20/hour to $49.72/hour depending on experience. This position is also eligible for night shift differential. Our Benefits In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance options for full-time employees Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) plan 403(b) retirement plan with company match Tuition Reimbursement up to the IRS-allowed maximum Personalized learning and educational development opportunities Monthly cell phone and internet stipends Paid Parental Leave Annual Employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Accounts to support wellness needs Support and counseling for personal, work financial or family needs through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and our partnership with Critical Incident Stress Consultants (CISC)
The following essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation. Advance Gift of Hope’s mission, vision and core values: providing compassionate service, contributing to outstanding teams and engaging as one of our passionate people committed to a positive culture that respects the dignity and worth of each individual. Adhere to all policies and procedures in carrying out the responsibilities of this position. Work 12 hour night shift (7PM-7AM) Demonstrate support for our mission through annual participation in a donor family event Conduct evaluations of potential organ and tissue donors through review of hospital records to determine medical eligibility/suitability Document required clinical information in a clear and concise manner Communicate effectively with internal and external partners to facilitate the donation process Communicate effectively with families of potential organ and tissue donors to provide information and support Obtain and document authorization for organ and tissue donation Coordinate the clinical management of deceased organ donors Identify, document and communicate required clinical information to associated Gift of Hope staff, transplant center staff, and administrators Coordinate medical management of potential donors with anesthesia staff to ensure appropriate hemodynamic status while in the OR Coordinate the surgical recovery and distribution of deceased donor organs for transplantation or research Package and label organs for transplantation or research, according to policy Participate in departmental quality assurance initiatives, meetings, educational activities and required training as assigned Participate in training and mentoring new ORC staff and associated department staff as assigned Other duties as assigned
Education and Training Required The following identifies the minimum education and training required to perform the essential functions of the job. Associate's Degree in healthcare related field (i.e. RN, RT, or other) with a minimum of 1 year work experience in a critical care setting. Bachelor's prepared critical care nurse preferred. Other candidates may be considered on an individual basis at the discretion of management, dependent on aligned job experience Experience and Skills Required The following indicates the minimum skills and experience required to perform the essential functions of the job. Experience in the delivery of critical care medicine Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with families of potential donors to present the option of organ and tissue donation Ability to achieve and maintain competency in clinical and technical skills required to facilitate organ and tissue donation and transplantation Ability to communicate the organ/tissue donation process to potential donor families and external partners Ability to develop and maintain proficiency with ICU/OR equipment Ability to function effectively with minimal supervision Ability to coordinate the activities of self and others in an environment where priorities change quickly Basic computer skills Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Ability to work outside normal business hours 12-hour shifts including day shifts, night shifts, weekends and holidays as assigned; shifts extending beyond 12-hours occasionally when responsibilities warrant Ability to respond to dispatches in a timely manner and arrive to work sites as assigned Ability to move donor from cart to bed with assistance Ability to stand, bend, stoop and kneel to perform job functions Ability to lift 50 lbs. of equipment from ground level to table-top level, and to push/pull 75 lbs. on a roller cart Fine motor skills to perform essential clinical and technical skills required Ability to learn and use technology such as computers, mobile devices and medical equipment and related software for communication, documentation and clinical purposes Ability to see, hear, speak and communicate effectively Ability to use personal cell phone for business purposes Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that will be encountered by an employee while performing the essential functions of the job. Office environment Hospital clinical environment, including all clinical practice and patient care areas 12-hour on call shifts Access to reliable transportation to travel to multiple locations in one day within Illinois and northwest Indiana. (Must have valid driver's license and auto insurance if driving personal automobile.) Travel by car and occasionally by plane to hospitals and other meeting locations within Gift of Hope’s service area Occasional travel outside the service area by car or plane to assigned conferences or meetings Carry a personal cell phone to be accessible outside regular business hours This job description is intended to describe the essential job functions and the essential requirements for the performance of this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job. Other functions may be assigned by the supervisor and management retains the right to add or change the duties at any time at its discretion. Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and does not discriminate with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, family medical history or genetic information or any other classification protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on an individual’s job-related qualifications and abilities.
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