Job Description

Join Our Team as a Pre-Transplant Coordinator!

Are you a passionate registered nurse looking to make a significant impact in the world of transplantation? At Houston Methodist , we are seeking a dedicated Pre-Transplant Coordinator to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in facilitating and coordinating all aspects of the transplant process, from referral to evaluation, waiting period, and peri-operative phases. You’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills while working alongside experienced Transplant Coordinators and management.

Your Responsibilities

As a Pre-Transplant Coordinator, you will:

• Communicate Effectively: Use therapeutic communication to engage with patients, families, and the transplant team, ensuring everyone is informed and supported.
• Assess Needs: Identify and respond to the clinical, psychosocial, and economic needs of transplant patients and their families.
• Coordinate Evaluations: Work with an interprofessional team to manage the evaluation process for potential transplant candidates.
• Educate Patients: Establish educational goals with patients and families, guiding them through the transplant process and available options.
• Monitor Progress: Recognize potential issues during the waiting phase and coordinate necessary care, ensuring patients are well-informed throughout.
• Participate in Events: Engage in transplant events and contribute to departmental goals for patient satisfaction.

What We’re Looking For

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Education: A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Experience: Four years of nursing experience or three years of Oncology/BMT-specific experience. Previous transplant acute care and/or ICU experience is preferred.
• Licenses: RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure or Compact State Licensure within 60 days, and BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA).

Skills and Abilities

We value candidates who demonstrate:

• Strong assessment, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of OPTN/UNOS/NMDP/CIBMTR/FACT policies and listing requirements.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Working Conditions

In this role, you will:

• Wear scrubs and business professional attire as needed.
• Be available for on-call duties during emergencies.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Why Join Houston Methodist?

At Houston Methodist, you will be part of a prestigious institution recognized as the No. 1 hospital in Texas and one of America’s “Best Hospitals.” With a commitment to innovative medical research and a comprehensive residency program, we offer:

• A chance to work in one of the nation’s largest nonprofit teaching hospitals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A supportive team environment that values your contributions.

If you are ready to take your nursing career to the next level and make a difference in the lives of transplant patients, we want to hear from you!

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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