Organ Recovery Coordinator (Critical Care RNs desired!)

About the role

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is seeking a dynamic Organ Recovery Coordinator to join our team in saving lives through organ and tissue donation. The ideal candidate will have two plus years of experience in a critical care setting, a registered nursing license, and the ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consulting with medical staff.
• Collaborates with transplant programs and surgeons to coordinate organ placement and allocation.
• 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.
• Supports donor families and conducts medical/social history interviews.
• Updates donor information into electronic medical records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two plus years prior experience in a critical care setting.
• Registered Nursing (RN) License Required.
• Valid Driver’s License with the ability to pass MVR underwriting requirements.
• The Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) works 12-hour shifts, alternating between day and night shifts.
• Employees should be flexible and available for day and night shifts, weekends, and some holidays, based on organizational needs.
• Must be prepared to adjust schedules to meet the demands of the role, ensuring 24/7 donor management and patient care.

Qualifications

• Ability to exercise independent judgement and multitask.
• Exceptional teamwork, interpersonal, communication, and conflict management skills.

Benefits

• Up to 184 hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) your first year.
• Up to 72 hours of Sick Time your first year.
• Two Medical Plans (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 and supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability.
• Discounts on home/auto/renter/pet insurance and cell phone discounts through Verizon.
• Monthly Cell Phone Stipend.
• Meal Per Diems when actively on cases.

Pay

The Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) annualized compensation is up to $180k.

Schedule

The Organ Recovery Coordinator works 12-hour shifts, alternating between day and night shifts. Employees working night shift receive an additional $5 per hour. Employees should plan to work 15 days per month. Work schedules are provided 30 days in advance.

Company Overview and Mission

Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of California, and a member of the DCI Donor Services family. For over four decades, DCI Donor Services has been a leader in working to end the transplant waiting list. Our unique approach to service allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities. SDS operates organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations in California, New Mexico, and Tennessee. We also maximize the gift of life through the DCI Donor Services Tissue Bank and Sierra Donor Services Eye Bank. Our performance is measured by the way we serve donor families and recipients. To be successful in this endeavor is our ultimate mission. By mobilizing the power of people and the potential of technology, we are honored to extend the reach of each donor’s gift and share the importance of the gift of life.