Registered Nurse Kidney Transplant Coordinator

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Renal Post Transplant Services team on the day shift.

You’ll coordinate clinical and administrative care across transplant/MCS continuum, educate patients and families, and support data reporting and quality initiatives per UNOS and CMS standards.

Qualifications

• Must hold TN RN license prior to hire.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in transplant or post-operative care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates clinical and administrative processes for transplant/MCS implant continuum in all phases.
• Educates patients, families and staff regarding transplantation/MCS implantation.
• Completes data capture, analysis and reporting for transplant/MCS program operations.
• Participates in quality initiatives per UNOS and CMS.
• Collects and maintains time study data for pre/post transplant reporting.

Skills

BLS Certification

Registered Nurse

Transplant care

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

• Department: Renal Post Transplant Services
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas West
• Department: Renal Post Transplant Services
• Schedule: Day Shift l Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Coordinates clinical and administrative processes for patients through all phases of the transplant/mechanical circulatory support (MCS) implant continuum to include pre-transplant/implant evaluation, wait list management, transplantation/implantation and post-transplantation/implantation follow-up care.
• Educates patients, families and staff regarding transplantation/MCS implantation.
• Completes data capture, analysis and reporting and other administrative functions required for transplant/MCS program operations.
• Actively participates in the quality agenda for transplant services as outlined by the United Network of Organ Sharing (UNOS) and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
• Collects and maintains time study data for purposes of reporting pre and post transplant time.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Tennessee Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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