RN - Transplant Coordinator Lead - Heart Lung Acquisition - AM (002)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 84,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance programs

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligible

Job summary

UAB Medicine is seeking a lead RN to coordinate the evaluation and listing of transplant candidates and oversee care before and after transplant. You will serve as the main contact for patients, physicians, pharmacies, and insurers, and participate in program development and quality initiatives.

The role emphasizes collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team and ongoing research to improve transplant outcomes, with eligibility for PSLF and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing required.
• Five years of related nursing experience required; no substitutions.
• Current RN license or eligibility in Alabama required.
• BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead capacity to coordinate evaluation of potential transplant candidates.
• Add patients to the transplant waiting list and prepare patients for transplantation.
• Coordinate post-transplant care and act as primary contact for patients, physicians, pharmacies, and insurers.
• Participate in program research, develop guidelines, and support quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Coordination

Communication

Clinical coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $83,990.40 - $123,156.80 / year

Shifts: full-time AM

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To serve in a lead capacity to coordinate the evaluation of potential candidates for transplantation, including adding patients to the transplant waiting list, preparing patients for transplantation, and coordinating care of patients after transplant. To serve as an integral member of the multi-disciplinary team and as primary point of contact for patients, physicians, pharmacies, insurance companies, etc. As a member of the transplant team, to participate in program and professional research and development, assisting with the development of program guidelines and protocols, participating in the development and execution of quality improvement initiatives, and maintaining program statistics.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Nursing and five (5) years of related experience required. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently licensed or eligible to be licensed as a Registered Nurse (RN) by the Alabama Board of Nursing required. Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff