(RN)Registered Nurse-Kidney Transplant Coordinator
The University of California, San Diego
About this position
Position Description
UC San Diego Health is proud to be a four-time Magnet-designated organization and has now earned Magnet with Distinction from the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Magnet is the gold standard for nursing excellence, achieved by only about 10% of hospitals worldwide. Magnet with Distinction is awarded to the highest-performing Magnet organizations, with only a select few earning this prestigious honor. This recognition reflects our commitment to transformational leadership, professional nursing excellence, innovation, exceptional patient outcomes, and an empowering practice environment where nurses thrive. Autonomous nursing care is the ability of a nurse to assess and provide nursing actions as appropriate for patient care populations based on competence, professional expertise, and knowledge. The nurse is expected to practice autonomously consistent with ANA Standards of Practice and Professional Performance. Independent judgment is expected to be exercised within the context of interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Under the supervision of the attending faculty physician and the clinical nurse or NP lead, the RN is responsible for providing clinical assistance and support in treating and managing the pre and post-transplant care of transplant patients. Acts as a key member of the multidisciplinary transplant team. Solves complex clinical problems and communicates directly with the attending physician. Consultant and liaison for patients and their families with attending physicians, house staff, social workers, financial and administrative staff, and community physicians. Provides teaching to patients, staff, and community organizations. Collaborate with attending physicians on admissions, discharges, urgent evaluations and patient education, primarily in the hospital setting. Works closely with the administrative team to fulfill QA and regulatory requirements While not required, a cover letter is highly recommended when applying to this position.
Qualifications
Must be a graduate from an accredited school of nursing. RN License issued by the State of California. BART or BLS certification at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six months of hire date. Kidney Transplant Coordinator experience or two (2) years of recent acute care RN experience in a dedicated Solid Organ Transplant Unit. Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to manage multiple levels of information and responsibilities, and to quickly assess moderately-complex problems to develop potential solutions. Must be able to function in a fast-paced environment, have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and consistently demonstrate empathy and kindness to all staff and patients. Demonstrates critical thinking and clinical skills to identify and implement nursing interventions and evaluate results. Must have excellent skills to communicate and influence effectively with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and external constituents, both verbally and in writing.