Job Title: RNT-RN
Job Location: Lebanon TN
Job Type: Contract
Job Description:
- Conduct thorough and ongoing assessments of pre- and post-transplant patients including physical psychological and social needs.
- Develop implement and evaluate individualized nursing care plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary transplant team (physicians surgeons social workers dietitians etc.).
- Monitor patient vital signs laboratory results and clinical status recognizing and reporting any deviations or complications promptly.
- Administer and monitor immunosuppressive medications ensuring adherence to prescribed regimens and recognizing potential side effects.
- Provide specialized care for transplant patients including managing lines drains and surgical sites.
- Recognize and respond to signs and symptoms of organ rejection infection and other post-transplant complications.
- Assist with pre-transplant workups and evaluations including patient preparation and coordination of tests.
- Participate in the organ allocation process and preparation for transplant surgery.
- Educate patients and their families comprehensively on transplant procedures medication regimens lifestyle modifications and signs/symptoms to report.
- Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families coping with the complexities of transplant.
- Reinforce the importance of medication adherence follow-up appointments and long-term health management.
- Adhere to all hospital policies procedures and regulatory requirements including infection control and patient safety protocols.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives related to transplant care.
- Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.