Critical Care RN - Organ Recovery Coordinator; Knoxville

Overview

Tennessee Donor Services (TDS) is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to save lives. Our mission is to save lives through organ and tissue donation. We are seeking professionals to fill the role of Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) with prior experience as a registered nurse (RN) in an ICU or critical care setting. This position will facilitate all aspects of making organ donation happen in the Knoxville area.

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 organ compatibility for recipients and expedite the surgical and technical processes to package and transfer 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!

Tennessee Donor Services is a designated organ procurement organization (OPO) within the state of Tennessee 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 approach allows for nationwide donation, transplantation, and distribution of organs and tissues while maintaining close ties to our local communities.

DCI Donor Services operates three organ procurement/tissue recovery organizations:
New Mexico Donor Services, Sierra Donor Services, and Tennessee Donor Services. 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 how we serve donor families and recipients. By mobilizing our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure all communities feel welcome and safe with us as a model for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking.

• Evaluates patient suitability for organ donation by reviewing medical records and consulting with medical staff.
• Coordinates organ placement and allocation with transplant programs and surgeons.
• 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.
• Provides support to donor families and conducts medical/social history interviews.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Two plus years of prior experience in a critical care setting.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment 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.

• Up to 184 hours of PTO in the first year
• Up to 72 hours of sick time in the 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
• Supplemental insurance benefits such as accident coverage and short-term disability
• Discounts on home/auto/renters/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 provide proof of vaccination.

You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission of your application. The next step is a video screening. Instructions will be in the confirmation email. Please note you must complete the video screening within 48 hours from submission to be considered for the position.

As a condition of employment, you must be able to obtain a hospital badge and EMR access from all DCI Donor Services hospital partners.

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