Heart Transplant Nurse Coordinator

Sutter Health; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health is seeking a dedicated transplant coordinator to manage pre- and post-operative care with a focus on disease management and education. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams, plan discharges, and ensure smooth patient transitions.

Requirements include RN licensure in California, CPR/BLS/ACLS, and at least 5 years of relevant experience. This is a full‑time, day shift opportunity at a major San Francisco facility with a strong emphasis on patient education and community

Qualifications

• RN license in California required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required.
• Minimum 5 years of recent relevant experience.
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate pre- and post-transplant patient care and disease management.
• Provide discharge planning and education on transplantation.
• Participate in educational programs for hospitals, medical units, patients and the community.

Skills

Writing skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Flexibility hours

Education

Bachelor’s: RN

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization:

CPMC-California Pacific Med Center Van Ness

Position Overview:

This position is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the pre and post-transplant and disease management patients including, but not limited to: patient medical management, immediate pre-operative assessment/management, post-operative assessment/management, and discharge planning. Participates in providing educational programs regarding transplantation to hospitals, medical specialty units, patient groups and the community.

Job Description :

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s: RN

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

• RN-Registered Nurse of California

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

• OR ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years recent relevant experience.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Proficient Writing & Computer Skills.

• Organizational, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills

• Ability to handle multiple conflicting priorities and to work in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to work irregular or extended hours as needed.

Job Shift:

Days

Schedule:

Full Time

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

Yes

Unions:

Yes

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

40

Employee Status:

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $87.46 to $118.34 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position’s primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.