Transplant Coordinator RN, Heart Transplant Evaluation

Job Title: Transplant Coordinator RN

Location: Main Hospital - New Brunswick

Department Name: Heart Transplant Evaluation

Req #: 0000266377

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $113,300.00 - $147,500.00 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

RWJBH is seeking a highly dedicated Transplant Coordinator — Heart Transplant Evaluation for our Heart Transplant Center at our New Brunswick campus.

Qualifications:

Required:

• BSN
• Relevant clinical experience in heart transplant, heart failure, or cardiology
• For VAD coordinator role, comprehensive training and experience with VAD patients
• Strong communication, organizational skills, and presentation skills
• Proficient computer skills

Preferred:

• MSN
• CCTC certification highly recommended

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• BLS and ACLS Certification
• Active New Jersey Registered Nurse License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift 
• Monday – Friday
• FT

Essential Functions:

• The nurse coordinator is responsible for coordinating the clinical and administrative process for patients through all phases of transplantation pre- and post-transplant, VAD care pre- and post-implant, and heart failure management
• Educates patients, caregivers, and staff regarding transplant/VAD/heart failure
• Collaborates with physicians and other members of the multidisciplinary team to evaluate and manage patients
• Completes data capture, analysis, and reporting, as well as other administrative functions required for transplant program/VAD program operations

Job Specific Requirements

Pretransplant Phase

Facilitates the evaluation of heart transplant candidates beginning with the transplant evaluation consent,

Arranges interfacility transfer when necessary, including informing financial coordinator and clinical nurse manager prior to transfer,

Assesses patient and caregiver level of understanding of heart failure and transplant, and provides continuous education of the disease process, treatments, evaluation process and requirements, transplant surgery, medications, waitlisting, and follow up requirements,

Provides clinical expertise in the coordination of care and resources to meet the needs of heart failure or transplant patients,

Monitors test results and coordinates follow up,

Facilitates rapid completion of transplant evaluation and case presentation at weekly multidisciplinary team meeting,

Maintains communication with patient, referring physicians, transplant team, and other healthcare providers, as appropriate,

Provides required information to UNOS, NJ Sharing Network, Intermacs, VAD Connect, and other databases, as required,

Heart Failure/VAD

Participates in the care of heart failure/VAD patients by performing nursing assessments and providing education,

Communicates test results and changes in plan of care per APP or MD orders,

Provides continued education regarding disease process, treatments, VAD evaluation process and requirements if applicable, VAD implant surgery, medications, and follow up requirements,

Provides clinical expertise in the coordination of care and resources to meet the needs of heart failure or VAD patients,

Monitors test results and coordinates follow up, as needed,

Encourages and facilitates rapid completion of VAD evaluation and case presentation at weekly multidisciplinary team meeting,

Maintains communication with patient, referring physicians, transplant team, and other healthcare providers, as appropriate,

Provides required information to Intermacs, Thoratec Connect, and other databases, as required,

Follows Clinical Practice Guidelines for VAD patients,

Post Transplant or Post VAD Implant Phase

Maintains knowledge of inpatient plan of care and continues to coordinate transplant or VAD care, as appropriate,

Provides post transplant or post implant education to patient and caregiver,

Collaborates with multidisciplinary team and patient for discharge planning,

Identifies and responds to physical, psychosocial, and educational needs of patient and caregiver,

Collaborates with members of the multidisciplinary team,

Reinforces education and post transplant or post implant care and compliance,

Ensures post transplant or post implant testing, care, and visits are scheduled in a timely manner,

Follows up on results of testing,

Administrative, research, and other duties,

Able to provide in service training to various groups such as, patients, community groups, and staff,

Maintains current knowledge of clinical and regulatory requirements for transplant and VAD,

Works to obtain or maintain CCTC,

Reviews and shares literature to support evidence based practice,

Participates in QAPI,

Provides input to clinical protocols and program guidelines,

Supports the program research activities and understands limits of participation in research if not CITI trained,

Promotes positive relationships with referring physicians,

Maintains and submits monthly time studies,

On Call

Participates in a rotational schedule for 24-hour coverage for VAD and heart transplant related updates as directed by cardiologist,

Maintains communication with UNOS and donor OPOs in a timely manner

 Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer