About this role
Job Requirements About the Role As an Inpatient Abdominal Transplant Coordinator, you will provide and coordinate patient care across all phases of the transplant continuum. Serving as a key member of our multidisciplinary transplant team, you will help drive exceptional patient outcomes, satisfaction, and cost-effective care delivery for patients and families throughout the pre- and post-transplant journey.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and coordinate pre-transplant medical procedures and diagnostic testing for transplant evaluation • Schedule and manage post-transplant procedures, diagnostic testing, and clinic visits • Collect and assess comprehensive patient health data and communicate diagnostic findings to the multidisciplinary team • Recognize abnormal findings and initiate appropriate referrals for pre- and post-transplant patients • Provide medical and psychosocial information to the OPO and transplant surgeon for organ matching and allocation • Identify and address patient safety concerns, including risks in processes, procedures, and devices • Deliver transplant education tailored to each patient's developmental level, learning needs, and cultural values • Ensure patients and families have access to the specialized care they need • Maintain current knowledge of transplant regulatory policies and procedures • Complete all required UNOS forms for living donors and pre- and post-transplant patients • Complete National Marrow Donor Program forms for living donors, where applicable • Participate in regulatory audits and support compliance with The Joint Commission, CMS, UNOS, and other applicable standards • Contribute to data-driven quality assurance and performance improvement programs • Monitor patient care outcomes including readmission rates, ED visits, patient and graft survival, and patient satisfaction • Actively participate in multidisciplinary care planning discussions • Apply ethical principles in evaluating the merits, risks, and social considerations of transplantation
Work Experience Education and Experience
• Bachelor's Experience • 3-4 years of experience1 year Critical Care or 2 years adult applicable bedside nursing required Licensures/Certifications • Licensure as a registered nurse in the state of Maryland, Certification BLS, CCTC or BMT-CN Required within 2 years of hire
Knowledge and Skills
• Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to work independently and manage complex workflows • Post-transplant education preferred • Knowledge of transplant regulatory requirements including UNOS, CMS, and The Joint Commission • Excellent communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care