Transplant Coordinator RN

CommonSpirit Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 62,350 - 92,740; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of Excellence & Well-being

Professional and personal growth opportunities

Commitment to global health and well-being

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is hiring an RN Transplant Coordinator in Phoenix, AZ to manage the journey of transplant patients. You'll lead referrals, evaluations, and in-hospital care, emphasizing patient advocacy and organizational skill.

This role requires a nursing degree, AZ RN license, and three years of related experience. Join a community dedicated to excellence and humankindness, enhancing lives through vital healthcare.

Qualifications

• 3 years experience with patients in a related setting.
• Registered Nurse license for Arizona.
• Experience in critical care or intensive care settings.

Responsibilities

• Organize clinical programs and maintain standards of care.
• Coordinate patient evaluations and assessments.
• Serve as a resource for hospital staff.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Clinical expertise

Attention to detail

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Bachelor of Nursing or higher degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As an RN Transplant Coordinator, you will be a pivotal force in transforming lives, orchestrating the intricate journey of transplant patients from referral to recovery.

Every day, you will expertly manage the full spectrum of transplant coordination: from initiating referrals and evaluating candidates, to leading in-hospital patient care, managing education, facilitating communication with all stakeholders including payers, and maintaining critical data.

To be successful in this role, you will combine advanced clinical expertise with exceptional organizational and communication skills, a meticulous eye for detail, and an unwavering commitment to patient advocacy, driving both individual success and program excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Organizes the clinical program
• Develops, implements, reviews, revises and maintains policies, procedures and standards of care for patient population
• Develops, implements and maintains ongoing continuous quality improvement activities for the clinical program
• Serves as resource to hospital staff regarding patient care
• Coordinates the patient evaluation process
• Performs initial assessment of patient and family according to protocol for acceptance into program

Job Requirements – Required

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing
• Three (3) years experience with patients in a related setting or three (3) years experience in an intensive care, acute care, telemetry or medical/surgical setting
• Registered Nurse: AZ

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or higher degree
• Critical care experience
• Program Management/Development experience
• Care Coordination experience

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC). Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ, a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life‑changing care, embracing patients with humankindness. Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care

• Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world‑renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
• Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
• Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

• Culture of Excellence & Well‑being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
• Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well‑being.
• Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

Pay Range

$45.26 - $67.32 /hour