Registered Nurse - Post Liver Transplant Coordinator

Registered Nurse – Post- Liver Transplant CoordinatorThe Post- Liver Transplant Coordinator serves as the primary clinical liaison between the patient, family, and the multidisciplinary transplant team. This role ensures continuity of care in the outpatient and inpatient settings, monitoring for organ rejection, managing immunosuppression therapy, and maintaining regulatory compliance.Clinical Management & MonitoringTracks and reviews post-discharge lab results, diagnostic imaging, and clinical progress to detect early signs of rejection, infection, or medication toxicity.Medication ManagementSupervises and adjusts immunosuppression and related drug therapies under provider direction, verifying patient adherence and tolerance.Patient & Caregiver EducationInstructs patients & caregivers on lifelong medication adherence, infection control, dietary restrictions, and warning signs that require immediate medical attention.Care CoordinationSchedules specialty consultations, coordinates outpatient transitions, and manages emergent evaluations or hospital readmissions when complications arise.Regulatory Compliance & DocumentationMaintains precise electronic health record (EHR) documentation and reports required clinical outcomes data to bodies like the United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) and CMS.Quality & ResearchParticipates in departmental quality improvement projects, clinical protocol development, and transplant registry data tracking.What You Will NeedBachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of IllinoisCurrent CPR/BLS Certification3 to 5 years of nursing experience in hepatology, gastroenterology, ambulatory care, care coordination, or a related specialty strongly preferred.Salary Range: $39.48 - 65.14 per hourActual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.Our CommitmentRooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.