Heart Transplant Coordinator

Piedmont; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital is seeking a Heart Transplant Coordinator to manage post-surgical care for heart transplant recipients, educate patients, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team.

The role supports LVAD programs, ensures compliance with transplant guidelines, and helps families navigate complex treatment plans.

Qualifications

• 2 years of professional clinical experience required.
• Cardiovascular care experience preferred.
• LVAD and heart transplant patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development, implementation, and maintenance of LVAD and heart transplant programs; coordinates and manages patient care throughout the continuum.

Skills

Cardiovascular care

Education

Nursing degree/diploma

Job description

Overview

JOB PURPOSE: The Heart Transplant Coordinator is responsible for managing the care of Heart transplant recipients throughout the post-surgical phase. This role involves patient education, coordination of care with a multidisciplinary transplant team and ensuring compliance with regulatory and transplant program guidelines.

Responsibilities

Participates in the development, implementation, and maintenance of the left ventricular assist device (LVAD) program and the heart transplant program; to coordinate and manage the patient care of this high-risk patient population throughout the continuum.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate from a nursing program Required

Work Experience

• 2 years of professional clinical experience Required


• Cardiovascular focus experience Preferred


• 1 year experience caring for LVAD patients and heart transplant patients Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• RN - Registered Nurse - Georgia State Licensure and/or NLC/eNCL Multistate Licensure Required


• ACLS Required


• BCLS - Basic Life Support Required

Business Unit : Company Name:

Piedmont Atlanta Hospital