In-house Organ Recovery Coordinator (Critical Care RNs Desired!)
Company: DCI Donor Services
Location: Santa Rosa
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Sierra Donor Services (SDS) is
looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic team member to join us to
save lives Our mission at SDS is to save lives through organ and
tissue donation, and we want professionals on our team that will
embrace this important work We want people to join our team in the
role of Inhouse Recovery Coordinator with previous experience as a
registered nurse (RN) in an ICU or critical care setting. This
position will be the onsite Organ Recovery Coordinator at Santa
Rosa Memorial Hospital to facilitate all aspects of making organ
donation happen. SUMMARY FUNCTION: The In-house Organ Recovery
Coordinator is responsible for providing support for organ donation
activities within the assigned facility/facilities to maximize
opportunities for organ donation. Provides consistency and promotes
trust in the donation process by ensuring excellent donor
evaluation, management, and organ yield. The In-house Organ
Recovery Coordinator works with potential donor families, hospital
personnel and transplant hospitals to facilitate efficient recovery
of organs and tissues for transplantation. Extensive on-call
services and flexibility are required. Significant daily presence
in assigned hospital is required. This position collaborates with
the medical, nursing and other departments as necessary in the
planning, design, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of
educational and quality assurance programs related to donation.
This position assists with public education and outreach projects.
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! COMPANY OVERVIEW AND
MISSION Sierra Donor Services is a designated organ procurement
organization (OPO) within the state of California – and is 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. 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 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. With the
help of our employee-led strategy team, we will ensure that all
communities feel welcome and safe with us because we are a model
for fairness, belonging, and forward thinking. Key responsibilities
this position will perform include: Performs daily responsibilities
to meet the needs of potential donors, donors, donor families,
potential donor families, hospital personnel, physicians, and the
OPO. Provides rapid on-site response to referrals. Primary
responsibilities will occur in the assigned facility where
employed. Increased donor activity, staffing shortages, etc. will
require assuming responsibilities outside the primary area.
Evaluates potential donors. Assesses potential donor families,
obtains appropriate authorization for donation, conducts
Medical/Social History interview, and assists donor families
through identification of potential end of life decisions,
attending family meetings and providing donation information as
needed. Responsible for medical management of donors prior to
recovery activities. Directs the placement of anatomical gifts as
necessary. Provides transplant surgeons with information necessary
to determine appropriate recipients. Coordinates and assists in the
surgical recovery of organs and perioperative management of the
donor when necessary. Coordinates organ placement/organ allocation
with transplant programs and surgeons. Provides information
necessary to determine medical suitability of organs for designated
recipients in accordance with regulatory guidelines including CMS,
UNOS, AOPO and company policy. Coordinates with tissue services, as
appropriate, to facilitate tissue recovery. Coordinates and assists
in the surgical recovery of organs and peri-operative management.
Assists in arranging transportation for organ recovery teams.
Coordinates surgical recovery/packaging and arranges transportation
of organs for transplant and/or research. Possesses a working
knowledge of pulsatile preservation. Manages all lab specimens for
shipment and delivery to laboratories in accordance with
established policies. Provides support to Hospital Development
Coordinator, in the assigned facility, to identify formal and
informal leaders, assesses their respective roles, degree of
influence and needs. Works collaboratively with these leaders and
utilizes their expertise to improve and promote donation. Assists
in policy and procedure development. Functions as an expert
clinical resource for the hospital regarding organ and tissue
donation. Participates in decision-making programs and committees
in the hospital that have an influence on organ donation, promoting
donation and seeking opportunities for further collaboration.
Facilitates the donation process. Maintains high visibility by
conducting rounds to all critical care units with medical teams and
functioning as the designated resource within the hospital for all
issues related to organ donation. Provides donor and referral
follow-up to appropriate hospital staff one-on-one or by
post-recovery conferences. In partnership with the In-House
Donation Specialist (when applicable), develops, provides and
evaluates in-house training and in-service educational programs on
all aspects of the donation process for hospital staff. Also,
collects and reports donation outcome data to various levels of
clinical and administrative hospital staff. Documents hospital
activities, updates hospital plans, goals, and critical issues in a
timely manner on a regular basis. Performs other duties as
assigned. PHYSICAL TRAITS: Talks and listens to donor families,
hospital personnel, and physicians. Visually assesses donors. Reads
charts and documents information. Walks, stands, and sits. Lifts
and carries containers up to 70 lbs. Drives to and from donor
hospitals. Must be able to stand for more than eight hours a day.
Requires the ability to work under stress with numerous
interruptions, distractions, and changing priorities. Must have a
valid driver’s license and ready access to reliable transportation.
QUALIFICATIONS: Education Required: RN/PA or related health care
degree or licensure. Or OPO experience commensurate with job
requirements. Experience: Minimum one to two years experience as a
Donation Coordinator or Organ Recovery Coordinator.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid driver license required and ability
to pass MVR underwriting requirements. May be required to use
privately owned vehicle during the scope of company business.
Computer Skills: Working knowledge of computers and basic data
entry skills required. We offer a competitive compensation package
including: Up to 176 hours of PTO your first year Up to 72 hours of
Sick Time your first year Two Medical Plans (your choice of a 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/renter/pet insurance Cell phone discounts
through Verizon 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 supply proof of
vaccination. You will receive a confirmation e-mail upon successful
submission of your application. The next step of the selection
process will be to complete a video screening. Instructions to
complete the video screening will be contained in the confirmation
e-mail. Please note - you must complete the video screening within
5 days from submission of your application to be considered for the
position. DCIDS is an EOE/AA employer – M/F/Vet/Disability.
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