Organ Donation Coordinator

About the role

Our organization is dedicated to transforming lives and inspiring all to donate life. We are a family of professionals working together to increase awareness around the need for organ and tissue donors alongside nurturing and guiding our families throughout the gift of life. We facilitate the recovery of organs, tissues, and corneas in Iowa. We honor donors and support donor families at the time of donation and on a continuing basis. We believe in going above and beyond to support donor families during and after the donation process. Our core values are what guide us, allow us to excel at serving our community, and keep our culture at Iowa Donor Network alive. Have you been searching for an opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself, make a tremendous contribution to your community, and pursue a mission to save lives daily? If so, Iowa Donor Network could be just the organization you have been looking for.

Our Maximize the Gift Work system continues to grow our team of experts to advance our team. The Organ Donation Coordinator is responsible for maximizing donation and transplantation opportunities in compliance with industry standards. The coordinator evaluates and coordinates the medical management of the organ donor to maximize organ function. The Organ Donation coordinator also works with a team to facilitate allocation of organs and coordinate the organ recovery process.

Responsibilities

• Gather and accurately assess patient medical records and Donor Risk Assessment Interview (DRAI) to determine suitability for organ donation.
• Recognize and treat pathophysiological effects of brain death.
• Work with multidisciplinary hospital teams to assess, treat and care for critically ill patients in the ICU.
• Medically manage organ donors to maximize the gift of donation.
• Obtain specimens and coordinate serological and histocompatibility testing.
• Complete post donor chart submission for quality assurance per defined timelines.
• Collaborate with Family Services and Hospital Services to increase donation.
• Collaborate closely with Iowa Donor Network clinical team members, donor hospital staff and physicians, transplant center representatives, and other essential stakeholders and partners.
• Participate in departmental meetings, educational activities, quality assurance initiatives, and required training as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Registered Nurse,