Inpatient Transplant Coordinator/Nurse Practitioner (TRANSPLANT CRD 3)

Job Summary The Inpatient Transplant Nurse Practitioner is a clinical expert in the care of the inpatient liver and kidney transplant recipient. The NP has the primary responsibility for the day-to-day clinical management of inpatients on the Transplant Surgery Service. This responsibility involves coordinating the delivery of interdisciplinary medical and surgical care under the guidance of the Transplant Surgery attending physician. The Nurse Practitioner also functions as the liaison between the Transplant Surgery attending physician and the house staff, consulting ancillary providers, hospital departments, patient, family, community physicians, and insurance companies. The NP monitors transplant organ function and assesses pre and post-operative patient condition for potential issues and/or complications. The NP actively coordinates provision of multi-disciplinary care within UCDHS as well as coordinating care provided by a variety of professionals within other health care systems. The NP coordinates the discharge plan in conjunction with the unit discharge planner, the transplant pharmacist and outpatient transplant coordinators. The NP provides ongoing patient and family education and assesses appropriate medical intervention for effective resource management and quality assurance. There is no Operating Room assistance component to this role. Apply By Date 9/10/2026 at 11:59 p.m. PST Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position Valid California Registered Nurse License without restriction Valid California license as a registered nurse without restriction Valid Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) number within 3 months of hire American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS), or UC Davis Health CPR American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) CITI Certification within 6 month of hire Possession of a National Provider Identifier (NPI) number Graduation with a Masters Degree from an accredited acute care nurse practitioner program One year of Surgical Inpatient NP experience Immunology and HLA testing and its implications Working knowledge of HIPPA regulations Knowledge of medical billing procedures and policies Experience documenting medical records appropriately Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language and utilize medical terminology appropriately Knowledge and skills related to transplantation including care of the pre-op and post-op transplant recipient care, care of the donor hepatectomy and nephrectomy patient Ability to independently set priorities, make clinical decisions and organize work in a high paced environment Knowledge of medications, indications, dosage ranges, side effects, and potential toxicity Ability to develop policies and procedures to meet program needs Knowledge of performance improvement and research process Knowledge of legal implications for clinical practice Ability to assess educational needs of patients and provide education appropriate to the individual learning style and learning age Preferred Qualifications Experience with the management of surgical patients preferred but candidates without will be considered Transplant Experience Ability to learn to assist in operations, performing tasks under direct supervision of the attending surgeon Key Responsibilities 60% - Clinical Practice 20% - Coordination and Collaboration 10% - Patient Advocacy and Support 10% - Education Department Overview The Department of Surgery encompasses a wide variety of surgical specialties. These include bariatric surgery, burn surgery, colorectal surgery, cardiothoracic surgery, gastrointestinal surgery, hepatobiliary surgery, endocrine surgery, pediatric surgery, plastic surgery, transplant surgery, trauma, acute care and surgical critical care surgery, vascular surgery, and oncologic surgery. The Department's extensive surgical expertise, in combination with ongoing teaching and research activities, provide ample resources and advanced surgical techniques for patient care.

POSITION INFORMATION

Salary or Pay Range: $7,523.88-$10,447.91 Salary Frequency: Biweekly Salary Grade: 110 UC Job Title: TRANSPLANT CRD 3 UC Job Code: 009125 Number of Positions: 1 Appointment Type: Staff: Career Percentage of Time: 100% Shift (Work Schedule): Variable Days - 12-hour shifts (6am - 6pm) Location: Medical Records Building (HSP012) Union Representation: NX-Nurses Benefits Eligible: Yes This position is 100% on-site Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility by visiting UCnet Benefits Page or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees. High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs UC pays for dental and vision coverage for you and your family Retirement plans for eligible employees including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance, legal coverage, accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave, Adoption Assistance and Pay for Family Care and Bonding for eligible employees Lactation Support Program and Family Care discounts and resources Employee Well-being resources and programming to support thriving in all aspects of employee's lives On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services Generous amount of paid Holidays annually as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as outlined in the UC Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreements Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Staff Education Reimbursement Program for eligible employees Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer and Student Loan Debt Counseling Program for eligible employees Physical Demands Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Sitting - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Squatting/Kneeling - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Reaching overhead - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours Environmental Demands Loud noise levels - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours Mental Demands Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours Work Environment UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space. Able to work for 4 hours without taking a break Ability to stand for extended periods while making rounds and evaluating patients Special Requirements - Please contact your recruiter with questions regarding which activities apply by position This is a critical position, as defined by UC Policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon clearing a criminal background check(s) and may include drug screening, medical evaluation clearance and functional capacity assessment This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer. 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