Organ Transplant Coordinator

Loyola Medicine; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola Medicine is seeking a Transplant Coordinator RN in Illinois to support patients through the kidney transplant journey from pre- to post-transplant. The role acts as the primary clinical resource, coordinating care with a multidisciplinary team and ensuring regulatory compliance with UNOS and other governing bodies.

The successful candidate will educate patients and families, manage waitlists, and participate in quality improvement initiatives within a fast-paced, highly specialized

Qualifications

• ADN required for RN licensure in Illinois.
• Illinois RN license required/current.
• CPR/BLS certification required.
• 1-2 years nursing experience relevant to transplant care.
• Strong clinical assessment, care coordination and patient education skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced transplant setting.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate clinical care of kidney transplant patients across pre- and post-transplant care.
• Facilitate transplant evaluations with multidisciplinary team.
• Review labs and diagnostics to support evaluations and MAB discussions.
• Serve as primary contact for transplant patients and families.
• Educate patients and caregivers on procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Conduct telephone triage and coordinate timely interventions.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.
• Discuss consent forms and treatment plans with patients and families.
• Ensure accurate UNOS waitlist management and communications.
• Prepare/submission of information to UNOS, CMS, Joint Commission and insurers.
• Participate in quality improvement and outcomes reporting.
• Collaborate with teams to improve patient care and transplant processes.
• Attend departmental meetings and committee activities.
• Provide cross-functional support across transplant program operations.

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN)

Illinois RN License

CPR/BLS Certification

Nursing experience 1-2 years

Strong clinical assessment and care coordination

Patient education skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Multitasking and prioritization

Organizational skills

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift:

The Transplant Coordinator RN plays a critical role in supporting patients throughout the Kidney transplant journey, serving as the primary clinical resource during both the pre-transplant and post-transplant phases. This role coordinates complex patient care activities, collaborates with a multidisciplinary transplant team, provides education and support to patients and families, and ensures compliance with regulatory and transplant governing organizations, including UNOS. The successful candidate will help deliver exceptional patient outcomes through expert clinical coordination, education, advocacy, and quality-focused care.

What You Will Do

• Coordinate the clinical care of kidney transplant patients throughout the pre-transplant and post-transplant continuum.
• Facilitate comprehensive transplant evaluations by partnering with transplant physicians, surgeons, social workers, dietitians, insurance coordinators, and scheduling teams.
• Review laboratory results, diagnostic testing, and clinical information to support patient evaluations and medical review board discussions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for transplant patients and families, providing guidance, support, and care coordination throughout the transplant process.
• Educate patients and caregivers regarding transplant procedures, medications, follow-up care, nutrition, and long-term wellness management.
• Conduct telephone triage, assess patient needs, and coordinate timely interventions with the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation within the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Obtain, review, and discuss consent forms, treatment plans, and potential complications with patients and families.
• Ensure accurate transplant waitlist management by maintaining communication with the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS).
• Prepare and submit required information to regulatory agencies and organizations including UNOS, CMS, Joint Commission, insurance providers, and organ exchange programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, outcomes monitoring, and preparation of quality reports.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to continuously improve patient care, transplant processes, patient safety, and service excellence.
• Attend departmental meetings, educational programs, conferences, and committee activities as assigned.
• Provide cross-functional support across transplant program operations, including pre-transplant, post-transplant, and procurement-related activities as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) License.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification.
• 1-2 years of relevant nursing experience.
• Strong clinical assessment, care coordination, and patient education skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and relationship-building abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, highly specialized clinical environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN).
• 3-5 years of professional nursing experience.
• Previous experience in transplant services, dialysis, outpatient care, nephrology, cardiology, or other related specialty areas.
• National Certification as a Transplant Coordinator or certification in a related nursing specialty.
• Experience working with transplant regulatory requirements and reporting agencies.
• Knowledge of UNOS processes, transplant protocols, and quality improvement methodologies.

Compensation

Salary Range: $39.48 - 65.14 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.