RN Transplant Coordinator - Pancreas

UW Health; Madison (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Flexible schedules

Employee wellbeing programs

Job summary

UW Health is seeking an RN Transplant Coordinator – Pancreas at University Hospital in Madison, WI. This role centers on coordinating pancreas transplant care, providing education, and supporting patients and families through a life-changing journey.

The position emphasizes collaboration with world-class transplant experts, clinical judgment, and delivering personalized education in an academic medical center setting. Opportunities for professional growth and impact are highlighted.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field required.
• Master's Degree may substitute for one year of clinical experience.
• Two years of transplant or related nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with transplant experts in a renowned program.
• Guide patients through the transplant journey with education and support.
• Apply clinical judgment daily to ensure safe, personalized care.
• Foster lasting relationships with patients and families.

Skills

Critical thinking

Clinical judgment

Patient education

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Master's Degree (substitute for 1 year experience)

Job description

Work Schedule

100% FTE, day shift, Monday through Friday, 8am-4:30pm. No weekends. No holidays. Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work at University Hospital in Madison, WI.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin and build a career at the forefront of transplant care. Our nationally recognized transplant team has performed almost 2,000 pancreas transplants and is among the nation’s highest ranked pancreas transplant programs for survival. (SRTR.org)

We are seeking an RN Transplant Coordinator – Pancreas to:

• Collaborate with world-renowned transplant experts in a program known globally for research, innovation, and excellence in patient outcomes.
• Guide patients through one of the most important journeys of their lives.
• Use your critical thinking and clinical judgment daily, delivering personalized education and support across the continuum of care.
• Facilitate building lasting relationships with patients and families.
• Work in an academic medical center that actively applies research and cutting-edge therapies to help patients live longer and reduce transplant risks.
• Make a tangible difference, providing hope and saving lives by helping patients successfully navigate the transplant process.

In this role, you will do work that deeply matters—combining advanced clinical expertise, meaningful patient relationships, and life‑saving impact.

At UW Health, you will have

• An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
• Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work‑life balance
• Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well‑being.
• Acuity based staffing ratios for optimal safety
• A strong shared governance structure which assures every nurse has a voice.
• A place where nursing excellence is recognized and celebrated in our inpatient and outpatient settings through several award programs
• Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth as a nurse by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
• The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or related field from an accredited college or university or equivalent combination of experience and education Required
• Master's Degree in Nursing or relevant area may be used to substitute for one (1) year of clinical experience

Work Experience

• 2 years of clinical nursing experience Required
• Progressive Nursing experience with demonstrated success Required
• 2 years of transplant or closely related nursing experience Preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Wisconsin Upon Hire Required

Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging

UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

University Hospital

University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.

Job Description

UW Hospital and Clinics Benefits