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Job Name
Nurse Coordinator
Department
7860010 - KIDNEY ACQUISITION SFMED
Position type
Full Time
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
2954

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Job Summary:

This is a Pre-Kidney Transplant nurse coordinator position.  Under general direction and in collaboration with the multidisciplinary transplant team, the nurse coordinator provides expert nursing care for transplant patients, including candidates (pre-transplant), recipients (post-transplant) and/or living donors with a variety of complex treatment options. The nursing coordinator serves as a contact point for transplant patients, family members, referring physicians, staff as well as contact point for the coordination and facilitation of the care of the patient in specialty areas. The nurse coordinator provides leadership for collaborative and multidisciplinary patient care with emphasis on education and continuity of patient care for the entire period of care including inpatient, outpatient or both. The transplant nurse coordinator is responsible for monitoring and coordinating the care of transplant patients to ensure they reach their maximum health potential before and/or after transplant.
Specific daily responsibilities include: triaging patient calls and lab results, coordinating studies and specialty referrals, confirming orders, providing ongoing transplant patient education, spearheading the coordination of care for the transplant patient across disciplines, and clinic work as needed. Pre-transplant coordinators will focus on the evaluation and workup of the pre transplant candidate.
This position will support the transplant team by communicating with patients on behalf of providers. The nurse coordinator will respond to changes in patient condition as exhibited in signs, symptoms, and lab values in collaboration with the provider. The nurse will make changes to medication and treatment plans as delegated by the provider. The nurse coordinator will educate patient on any changes and document in the EHR. 

Department Description
Dealing with an illness can be a very difficult time for patients and their loved ones. At UCSF Health, experienced and sensitive social workers in our Department of Social Work are available to assist patients and their families cope with the many psychological and social issues that may arise when facing illness, hospitalization and medical treatment. Our social workers act as patient advocates by serving as counselors, helping to find resources, and solving problems. Any concerns related to the psychological, practical, and social well-being of each patient or their loved ones may be discussed openly with our social workers.
Qualifications
Required qualifications: - Minimum of three (3) recent years of RN clinical experience in adult services, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. - Recent outpatient employment in the field of kidney transplantation or donation, Specialization may also include a year of RN employment in organ specific specialty (i.e. outpatient nephrology experience for kidney transplant, outpatient pulmonology experience for lung transplant etc.). - Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California - Active American Heart Association CPR certification - Knowledge of end stage organ specific disease, and transplantation and immunosuppressive therapy. - Understanding contraindications to transplant as well as common post-transplant complications. - Proven organizational skills with the ability to accept full responsibility for a defined and delegated area - Excellent communication/interpersonal skills - Proven ability to work effectively with physicians and other support staff - The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations Preferred qualifications: - Prior outpatient transplant experience - Minimum three years of transplant experience License/certifications: - Active Registered Nurse licensure in the State of California - Active American Heart Association CPR certification
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
Pride Values
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
NURSE CRD (009141)
Assignment Category
Career
IAP Level
Staff Plan (target potential payout of $900, maximum of $1,800)
Job Family
Nursing
Campus 1
Parnassus Heights (SF)
Percentage (%)
100
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
NX
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