Transplant Coordinator (RN) - IRP

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks a Transplant Coordinator in Columbus, Ohio, to manage patient evaluations and coordinate care pre- and post-transplant. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in nursing, valid Ohio licensure, and experience in medical/surgical settings. Additional qualifications include the CCTC certification or the ability to obtain it within the first year. The job includes developing educational programs and providing on-call support for the lung transplant program.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an approved school of nursing.
• Current Ohio licensure required.
• Current Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates all potential transplant patient evaluations.
• Develops educational programs for patients and staff.
• On-call support for lung transplant program.

Skills

Medical/surgical experience

Intensive care experience

Pulmonary or transplant experience

Flexibility and adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Level Degree in Nursing

Tools

CCTC certification

Job description

Job Description

Coordinates all potential transplant patient evaluations and is responsible for the preliminary review of the medical/surgical history and pre‑op studies. Coordinates care needs, provides education, and continued follow-up during the post‑transplant period. Coordinates and assists the surgeons and pulmonologists with pre‑transplant and post‑transplant evaluations; serves as liaison for transplant surgeons, pulmonologists, consulting services, pulmonary rehab facilities, dietetics, social services, behavioral medicine and insurance company representatives/case managers.

Develops and presents educational programs for patients and medical and nursing staff in the Central Ohio and referral areas. Assists with coordination and submission of annual statistics to national organizations, government and regulatory agencies. Provides on‑call support for the lung transplant program on a rotating basis with other coordinator staff.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor's Level Degree

Required Qualifications

Graduate from an approved school of nursing. Current Ohio licensure. Prior medical/surgical experience required; intensive care experience, pulmonary, or transplant experience preferred. Current Certified Clinical Transplant Coordinator (CCTC) certification or ability to successfully obtain certification within 1 year of hire. Flexible, sensitive and adaptable to transplant activities.

Employment

This university is an equal‑opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post‑offer process.