Organ Recovery Coordinator (Critical Care RNs desired!)

Organ Recovery Coordinator

Sierra Donor Services - New Mexico (SDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives!! Our mission at SDS is to save lives through organ and tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will embrace this important work!! We want people to join our team in the role of Organ Recovery Coordinator with previous experience as a registered nurse (RN) in an ICU or critical care setting. This position will facilitate all aspects of making organ donation happen.

What is an Organ Recovery Coordinator?

Using their nursing background, Organ Recovery Coordinators (ORCs) oversee the process of procuring the gift of organ donation. In collaboration with the clinical team, ORCs assess the compatibility of organs for recipients, and expedite the surgical and technical processes to package and transfer the organs for transplant quickly and safely. They work alongside hospital personnel and surgeons to facilitate the lifesaving gift of organ transplantation.

If you want to utilize your critical care skills with a higher level of autonomy and provide a lifeline to those waiting for an organ transplant, this is the job for you!

Key responsibilities this position will perform include:

1. Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consultation with medical staff.
2. Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
3. Coordinates and assists in the surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative management including logistics such as arranging transportation, ensuring surgical packaging, and preparing lab specimens for shipment.
4. Provides support to donor families and conducts medical/social history interviews.
5. Updates donor information into electronic medical record.
6. Other duties as assigned.

This position requires minimum availability of 15 days of call per month. Incentives are available for additional availability.

The ideal candidate will have:

• Two plus years prior experience in a critical care setting.
• Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.
• Registered Nursing (RN) License
• Valid Driver's License with the ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements
• The ability to creatively approach marketing and outreach.
• This role requires flexibility, including availability for day and night shifts, weekends, and some holidays, based on organizational needs. Coordinators should be prepared to adjust their schedules to meet the demands of the role, ensuring 24/7 donor management and patient care.

We offer a competitive compensation package including:

• Up to 184 hours of PTO your first year
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year
• Two Medical Plans (your choice of a PPO or HDHP), Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) plan with matching contribution
• Company provided term life, AD&D, and long-term disability insurance
• Wellness Program
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance
• Cell phone discounts through Verizon
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend
• Meal Per Diems when actively on cases

**New employees must have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine by their potential start date or be able to supply proof of vaccination.**

DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer M/F/Vet/Disability.