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Job Summary and Responsibilities
As our Transplant Coordinator RN, you will coordinate all aspects of renal and pancreas transplants and support daily functioning of the transplant section.Every day you will act as case manager using Virginia Mason's Nursing Professional Practice Model, managing patients from initial referral through transplant evaluation, the inpatient stay after transplant, and the transition back to the referring physician.To be successful in this role, you will bring RN transplant experience and strong case management skills.- Pre-Transplant Recipient Coordination:Communicate with patients, referring physicians, and dialysis units regarding patient status within the transplant process.Educate patients and caregivers across multiple states and time zones on the transplant process.Coordinate all aspects of patient evaluations, including scheduling medical tests, follow-up appointments, and care coordination.Collaborate with providers, social workers, financial coordinators, and dialysis units to formulate comprehensive transplant plans and post-operative care strategies.
- Living Donor Coordination:Manage pre- and post-donation activities, including patient and family communication, education, and coordination of medical testing and follow-up care.Provide support in the operating room, including packaging kidneys for transplant.Offer ongoing support and education to living donors throughout the donation process.
- Post-Transplant Recipient Coordination:Conduct inpatient rounds and manage discharge planning for transplant patients.Serve as a liaison between inpatient and outpatient areas, as well as other disciplines.Perform post-operative assessments in the clinic to monitor patient progress.Facilitate safe transitions of care for patients returning to their referring providers.Triage patients throughout the post-transplant period to ensure long-term health and safety.
- Support patient and family experiences by providing multidisciplinary support groups both pre and post-operatively.
- Facilitate education classes for transplant recipients and their families.
- Conduct outreach and education to referring providers and medical teams.
Job Requirements
Required- Washington State Registered Nursing License, upon hire
- Registered Nurse: WA, upon hire
Where You’ll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area. Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth. Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care. We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.