Living Donor Advocate Per Diem / VOLOL Camden

Virtua
United States, New Jersey, Camden
1600 Haddon Avenue (Show on map)
Nov 11, 2024
At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between - we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 otherlocations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Lourdes Ambulatory - Camden - 1601 Haddon Ave Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Per Diem Time Type: Part time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 0 Additional Locations: Job Information: POSITION SUMMARY: The Living Donor Advocate is an entity provided to living organ donors to ensure the protection of their rights as living donors or as a prospective living donor. The living donor advocate protects and promotes the interest of the donor and ensures the living donor has received information to make an informed choice regarding living organ donation. EDUCATION: HS graduate/GED required. Associate's Degree in Nursing preferred. EXPERIENCE: 2-4 years preferred. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Good verbal and written communication and teamwork skills. Experience with patient advocacy (examples: social worker, patient relations, chaplain, risk management) Knowledgeable of patient rights.