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Organ Recovery Coordinator - Western Washington - ICU Nurses — LifeCenter Northwest | Nursing Mastery

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Last seen active Jun 29, 2026

About this role

The Organ Recovery Coordinator (ORC) position involves the fulfillment of both on-call responsibilities and office time related to identification, evaluation, management, and coordination of donor activity. This position has 4 career levels, with increased knowledge required at each level. All applicants are hired at a Level I or II position. Those with more experience can advance the levels faster while meeting the goals of each level. Applicants with all levels of experience are encouraged to apply. Experience that translates well into this role: The Organ Procurement Industry is unique, so we offer a comprehensive orientation program to ensure employees are prepared for all aspects of the job requirements. Generally, we find that people with experience in the following positions or industries can be successful in this position: Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN), Emergency Room RN, O. R.

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RN, Flight Nurse and Paramedic, Code Nurse, Rapid Response team member, Charge RN, House Supervisor, Cardiac Cath Lab, NICU, PICU, SICU, MICU, SDU or PCU, PACU, Nurse Practitioner (ARNP), and Physician Assistant (PA). Work a 24 hour on call schedule. Travel by personal automobile, commercial or chartered aircraft throughout LifeCenter's donation service area which includes Alaska, Montana, Northern Idaho, and Washington. Provide rapid on-site response. Coordinates donation process from ICU through OR. Organ donor management/hemodynamic support. Ensures effective communication and strong collaboration with donor families, hospital personnel, physicians, related donation agencies, and other LifeCenter staff. Interact with transplant centers to coordinate the match of organ donor to the recipient (organ allocation). Provides support to potential donor families.

Skills for this role

organ donor managementhemodynamic supportrapid on-site responsedonation process coordinationorgan allocationidentification, evaluation, management, and coordination of donor activity

Requirements

2 years experience of acute care experience
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
The ability to meet schedule and travel requirements
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination and booster, or applicable medical or religious exemption
On call
Travel
Cardiovascular emergency response
Hemodynamic management

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid parental leave
AD&D insurance
Pet insurance
403(b)
Employee assistance program

About the employer

LifeCenter Northwest

Hiring organization

Workplace not named in the posting.

LifeCenter Northwest is an organ procurement organization (OPO) based in Bellevue, Washington, serving the Pacific Northwest region. Unlike traditional hospital employers, LifeCenter Northwest operates in the specialized field of organ donation and recovery, coordinating the identification, evaluation, management, and recovery…

What reviewers appreciate

Comprehensive orientation program designed to prepare employees for the unique demands of organ procurement
Structured career advancement with four levels, allowing experienced nurses to progress more quickly
Welcomes applicants from diverse high-acuity clinical backgrounds including ICU, ER, OR, Flight Nursing, and Rapid Response

What reviewers flag

On-call responsibilities are a core requirement of the position, which may involve unpredictable hours and high demand
The organ procurement industry is described as unique, meaning nurses must adapt to a specialized workflow outside typical clinical settings
All hires begin at Level I or II regardless of prior experience, which may be a consideration for highly experienced nurses seeking immediate higher-level placement

Living in Bellevue, WA

Bellevue sits just east of Seattle across Lake Washington, offering a polished mix of downtown high-rises, green parks, and top-rated schools. A major tech hub with a growing healthcare sector, it appeals to nurses seeking a quieter Pacific Northwest base with easy access to Seattle.

Cost of living in Washington: 114.2; 14% above the national average
RN pay, Washington average: $116k; mean annual wage

State-level figures. Becker's Hospital Review (BLS OEWS May 2024 wages · World Population Review 2024 cost index)

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$91k–$149k/yr

Posted pay · approx. $91k–$149k/yr

Organ Recovery Coordinator - Western Washington - ICU Nurses