Transplant Nurse Coordinator- Clinical Research Full Time Days

Description The Transplant Nurse Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Medicine, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards. The Transplant Nurse Coordinator - PNE is a Registered Nurse with experience in and knowledge of stem cell or organ transplantation and donation. Practicing under the supervision of transplant physicians, the Transplant Nurse Coordinator provides coordination through all phases of patient care. This position makes referrals to external clinicians or treatment programs or other community resources as appropriate and in accordance with established departmental protocols. Job duties may vary by specific department or assignment. At Northwestern Medicine, we put our patients first in an effort to deliver the best care and to provide access to state‑of‑the‑art therapies. Performing more than 400 stem cell transplant and cell therapies per year, our teams of experts are here to help support patients and their caregivers during all stages of their treatment journey. The Transplant Nurse Coordinator will be a member of our Stem Cell Transplantation and Cell Therapy team, specifically dedicated to building a new clinical program: hematopoietic transplant and cell therapy for patients with severe, non‑malignant diseases. This clinical program expands access to care for patients afflicted with debilitating neurologic and autoimmune diseases, currently a community of people with limited treatment options. Patients will be primarily be treated under clinical trials, advancing science through data and research. Responsibilities Responsible for planning, directing, providing, and documenting appropriate care for patients in the designated care setting Assists in coordinating comprehensive care for patients, including assisting with the consent process, data collection and arranging any required follow‑up visits, referrals, testing, treatment, and/or long‑term follow‑up Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to coordinate on‑going care, focused on cost‑effective ways to maximize wellness and enhance patients’ lives Develops, coordinates, and provides education for patients, family, caregivers, and staff based on personalized needs along with serving as a resource for ongoing education Serves as a communication link between the patient, family, caregivers, interdisciplinary team, and outside hospitals/agencies Contributes to departments, hospitals, or other professional committees and/or quality or process improvement initiatives. Ensures clinical practice and patient care is consistent with policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) License/Certification Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Illinois CPR‑Basic Life Support (BLS) Experience Minimum 2‑3 years of recent & related clinical experience Preferred License/Certification Specialty certification in the clinical area of focus Experience Previous transplant or organ specific experience (i.e. hepatology, nephrology, hematologic malignancies, hematopoietic stem cell transplant, cellular therapies) Equal Opportunity Northwestern Medicine is an equal‑opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status. Benefits We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well‑being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more. Sign-on Bonus Eligibility (if sign‑on bonus offered for position): Internal employees and rehires who left Northwestern Medicine within 1 year are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus. Exception: New graduate internal employees seeking their first licensed clinical position at NM may be eligible depending upon the job family. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern Medicine