Heart Transplant RN Coordinator

University of Southern California; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 151,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital is seeking a Transplant Coordinator I, RN for Heart Acquisition to manage outpatient transplant care and donor/recipient processes. The role emphasizes coordinated patient flow, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a leading academic medical center.

The position requires an RN license in California, BLS, and strong communication. It includes involvement in policy development, data management, and on‑call duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license and BLS required.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with patients, families, and transplant teams.
• Knowledge of transplant processes, donor coordination, and post‑transplant care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outpatient transplant care, participate in clinic visits, monitor adherence to medical regimens and review lab data.
• Maintain UNOS waiting list and donor/recipient communications; prep for admission and preoperative steps.
• Contribute to policy development for the transplant program; develop patient and staff education programs.
• Communicate patient and family issues to the multidisciplinary team and support ongoing care; participate in QAPI activities.

Skills

RN licensure

Communication skills

English proficiency

BLS Certification

Education

Nursing BSN

Master's degree in Nursing

Job description

University of Southern California's Keck Hospital is seeking a Transplant Coordinator I, RN for Heart Acquisition to manage outpatient transplant care and donor/recipient processes. The role emphasizes coordinated patient flow, education, and interdisciplinary collaboration within a leading academic medical center.

The position requires an RN license in California, BLS, and strong communication. It includes involvement in policy development, data management, and on‑call duties as needed.