Transplant Care Navigator, RN (Coordinator I)

Advocate Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced transplant nurse to lead and support care across the transplant continuum. You will coordinate testing, eligibility and donor processes, and deliver pre- and post-transplant education to patients, donors, and families.

The role requires strong teamwork in multidisciplinary settings, adherence to protocols, and ongoing quality improvement to advance outcomes in a fast-paced transplant center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing; BSN required or enrolled in BSN program within 3 years of hire/transfer.
• Current RN license; CPR certification required.
• 3 years nursing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assures that required tests are completed and reviewed per transplant-specific protocols.
• Analyzes test results and diagnostic studies; prescribes strategies for outcomes.
• Interprets eligibility criteria to identify high-risk recipients/donors and schedules consultations.
• Identifies health problems that may increase transplant-related morbidity and mortality.
• Coordinates procurement of donor cells/organs while complying with HIPAA.
• Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings to develop a comprehensive care plan.
• Conducts ongoing evaluation of transplant recipients and attainment of goals/outcomes.
• Provides education pre- and post-transplant to recipients, donors, and caregivers via 1:1 and group sessions.
• Seeks knowledge reflecting current nursing practice and futuristic thinking.
• Assists in development of policies and procedures aligned with standards.
• Participates in committees and governance and fosters research to improve outcomes.
• Engages in quality and performance improvement activities.
• Uses resources to plan and sustain evidence-based transplant nursing services.
• Promotes evidence-based practice for the Transplant Center.

Skills

Nursing

Patient education

Team communication

Evidence-based practice

Education

BSN required or enrolled in BSN program within 3 years

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking an experienced transplant nurse to lead and support care across the transplant continuum. You will coordinate testing, eligibility and donor processes, and deliver pre- and post-transplant education to patients, donors, and families.

The role requires strong teamwork in multidisciplinary settings, adherence to protocols, and ongoing quality improvement to advance outcomes in a fast-paced transplant center.