Description

LOCATION: Baylor University Medical Center, Dallas, Texas

SPECIALTY/DEPARTMENT: Transplant

SHIFT/SCHEDULE: Full-time, Monday-Friday, five 8-hour days.

About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary The Transplant Supervisor RN oversees health staff to encourage patient-centered care, teamwork, and positive outcomes. The position manages operations and productivity, supporting the Nursing Manager in strategizing, implementing, and assessing policies. Responsibilities include budgeting, resource allocation, quality improvement, educational programs, and governance councils to achieve goals.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Manage staff evaluating patients for transplantation. Interview patients and families. Coordinate assessments and evaluations. Review results for accuracy. Work closely with physicians for patient care.

• Supervise monitoring of candidate testing.

• Review tests for issues, abnormalities, changes.

• Coordinate care as directed by physician.

• Ensure effective communication with patients, referral physicians, healthcare providers, transplant team.

• Help patients manage transplant meds post-hospital discharge.

• Ensure calls are returned promptly and offer guidance based on physician's orders.

Key Success Factors

• Familiarity with standards and procedures for nursing and patient care.

• Knowledge of laws, regulations, standards, and guidelines for nursing care in the assigned area is essential.

• Understanding medical terms and health practices for reducing risks, promoting health, and managing illnesses is important.

• Understanding the effects, common dosages, and possible adverse reactions of medications and drugs.

• Ability to clearly articulate thoughts, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to deliver quality patient care for all ages, respecting diverse experiences. Skill in creating, assessing, and adjusting care plans.

• Show skill in making team task selections based on guidelines, policies, and procedures.

• Basic computer skills are needed, including Microsoft Office, information security, managing schedules and payroll, medical documentation, and email use.

Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree.

• Possess a minimum of three (3) years of relevant experience in the field.

• Registered Nurse (RN).

• (BLS) Basic Life certification within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer to the position.