Indiana Organ Procurement Organizat·Indianapolis, Indiana
The coordinator responds to potential organ donation cases at various hospitals to evaluate patient suitability and gather clinical data. They facilitate the initiation of the donation process in collaboration with internal and external partners according to regulatory guidelines.
Join Our Mission to Save and Enhance Lives
Are you looking for a meaningful career where your skills and experience can make a life-saving difference? Do you want to contribute to a mission that leaves an incredible legacy? If so, Indiana Donor Network invites you to explore joining our team.
Why Indiana Donor Network?
Indiana Donor Network is a nationally recognized healthcare organization, serving as the crucial link between donors and patients awaiting life-saving organ transplants, healing tissue, and corneas that restore sight. As the state’s federally designated organ recovery organization and an accredited tissue bank, we are dedicated to making a profound impact on countless lives.
The Referral Response Coordinator is responsible for responding to potential organ donation cases to help evaluate the patient’s status and suitability for donation. They travel to a variety of hospitals as the case load requires and works with onsite clinical teams to gather information pertinent for the timely evaluation of organ donation potential by senior team members. This position has responsibilities for facilitating the beginning of an organ donation case according to OPTN and Indiana Donor Network guidelines, policies and regulations. Responsibilities include:
Responding to referrals from assigned hospitals to collect and communicate data regarding suitability of potential donor
Facilitating the donation process in collaboration with internal and external partners and the initiation of donor management orders
Participates on projects or committees that enhance or improve the overall success or culture of the organization.
Shift and Territory Information
This position will cover a large geographic area, primarily in central Indiana. It is a night shift position. The hours are from 7 pm to 7 am. The days of the shifts rotate, and would include 4 12-hour shifts one week, and 3 12-hour shifts the next.
A bachelor's degree in a clinical area, such as nursing, respiratory therapy, or another related area is preferred. Previous exposure to a critical care delivery setting is strongly preferred. Professional experience in the donation community is preferred. Must have current BLS or obtain within 6 months. Desired knowledge, skills and abilities include:
Demonstrates basic level of proficiency in Microsoft Office products and the ability to use and maintain a contact database.
Excellent verbal communication skills with the ability to exercise tact and represent the organization in a professional manner at all times.
Effective interpersonal and relationship-building skills to work with a variety of people and personalities, and ability to embrace diversity.
Effective written communication skills. Must be accurate with data input and when
contributor gift history.
Demonstrates creative problem solving and delegating skills.
Demonstrates organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to learn the essential aspects of organ and tissue donor screening, the clinical management of an organ donor and comprehensive organ and tissue donation processes.
Ability to collaborate with hospital and Indiana Donor Network staff as an advocate for the process of donation in order to obtain, secure and implement any vital service that would contribute to the successful completion of the donation process.
Ability to work effectively with all Indiana Donor Network departments.
Ability to work flexible hours to accommodate hospital meetings where attendance is required.
Ability to comprehend the various federal and non-federal regulatory requirements governing Indiana Donor Network, hospitals and transplant centers in order to contribute to maintaining regulatory compliance and/or certification.
Must have a valid Indiana driver’s license.
General understanding of disease processes and how they affect organ function.
Ability to understand thorough physical and neurological assessments.
Extensive knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
Ability to interpret lab values, chest x-rays and CT results to recognize abnormalities and to appropriately treat abnormal values.
Knowledge of fluid and electrolyte balance.
Knowledge of mechanical ventilation.
Knowledge of hemodynamic monitoring.
If you are looking for a rewarding career where your work directly impacts lives, apply today and become part of our compassionate and dedicated team at Indiana Donor Network.
Indiana Donor Network is an equal opportunity employer. Employment is contingent upon successfully passing drug screening and background check, including verification with the Social Security Administration, criminal records review, DMV check, and the Office of Inspector General.
A bachelor's degree in a clinical field and experience in critical care or the donation community are preferred. Candidates must have a valid Indiana driver's license and BLS certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.
Market context
Indiana nursing roles often stay in demand across hospitals, long-term care, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates who can show dependable patient care skills and flexibility. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer phlebotomy training or science experience, so highlighting competency assessment results and any hands-on clinical exposure can help. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm the original posting before applying.